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The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Region 1 welcomed anew significant leadership transition as Outgoing Regional Director Raymond G. Panhon turned over the position to Acting Regional Director Merlie D. Membrere. A ceremonial turnover program, witnessed by DTI R1 employees was held on January 15, 2025 at the DTI
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Makati City, Philippines—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) welcomed a delegation from the State University of New York’s Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) on January 10. The FIT visit underscored the country’s expanding influence in the fashion and textile sectors, particularly in the fusion of cultural heritage and contemporary
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The Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM), the export promotion arm of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), continues to champion the global competitiveness of Philippine micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the areas of creatives, home, fashion, and lifestyle as well as in food, beverage
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Featured Success Stories

Antipolo City – Nestled in the heart of Rizal, Alcoh Bistro stands as a testament to resilience, transformation, and family values. The brainchild of Florey Serrato, a mother of four and a Mass Communication. Alcoh Bistro is more than just a dining spot—it’s a legacy in the making. Florey’s entrepreneurial
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In the barangay of Cansuso in Cavinti, Laguna, a group of women began with a humble yet ambitious dream. It all started when a private sector company, Philippine Relief and Development Services (PHILRADS), Inc., organized a free training seminar on coconut processing techniques. Women from the barangay, eager to learn
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Zero to Hero

In the Philippines, calamansi juice is a staple beverage. It is refreshing and flavorful, and it’s packed with Vitamin C — making it a great choice for boosting your immune system. It’s the kind of thing that would be in demand during a health crisis. Owing to its popularity and
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Who would’ve thought that a graduation project would become an opportunity to shed light on someone else’s life? Gleizl Joy Soo, also known as Joy to her friends and peers, combined her love for fashion and her search for her life’s purpose in her small enterprise, Musa Fabric. From Fashion
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News Features

Do you still remember the first time you smelled the oozing aroma of coffee? The mixture of bittersweet yet comforting feelings that probably gets you excited every time you wake up or take a break from your usual 8 to 5 routine. The familiarity that lingers ever so delicately, you
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