A group photo of eight individuals: four Japanese representatives and four Philippine trade officials. From left to right, they are are Mr. Yohei Kurisu, Mr. Shigeo Fukuda, Mr. Satoru Wachi, Mr. Shuichiro Ikemoto, DTI Secretary Cristina A. Roque, Special Trade Representative Dita Angara-Mathay, DTI Assistant Secretary Englebert Josef Chua, and DTI Assistant Secretary May Niña Celynne Layug.

PH forges green growth partnerships with Sumitomo, Fujifilm, and Chodai in Tokyo

Tokyo, Japan––”The Philippines is committed to building a future powered by renewable energy and sustainable innovation,” declared Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Cristina A. Roque. This came during a series of high-level meetings with Sumitomo Corporation, Fujifilm Holdings Corporation, and Chodai Co., Ltd., organized last March 3. These engagements renewed the country’s commitment continue reading : PH forges green growth partnerships with Sumitomo, Fujifilm, and Chodai in Tokyo

A group photo shows Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Cristina A. Roque and several staff members, including DTI Assistant Secretaries Chua and Layug, and DTI-PTIC Tokyo STR Dita Angara-Mathay, posed with Japanese business representatives including Mr. Shinji Fukami, Senior General Manager of International Business Division, Mr. Masao Osumi, General Manager, and Ms. Narumi Saito & Mr. Hidetaka Yamanokuchi from the International Business Division. They stand in a room with a gold folding screen backdrop. In front of them on the table are cups of coffee and refreshments.

DTI Chief: Taiheiyo Cement eyes major expansion investments into PH infra

Tokyo, Japan—The Philippines is witnessing a significant boost in its infrastructure capacity as Taiheiyo Cement Philippines, Inc. (TCPI) doubles its cement production in Cebu. The company’s PHP 12.8 billion state-of-the-art, energy-efficient manufacturing facility has increased its output from 50,000 to 65,000 bags to a remarkable 100,000 bags per day, directly addressing the country’s growing infrastructure continue reading : DTI Chief: Taiheiyo Cement eyes major expansion investments into PH infra

A meeting between Philippine and Japanese officials is taking place around a conference table. Attendees include DTI Assistant Secretary May Niña Celynne Layug, STR Dita Angara-Mathay, Secretary Cristina A. Roque, SAPIEA Frederick D. Go, Director General Tereso Panga, Assistant Secretary Englebert Josef Chua, Mr. Joselito B. De Torres, Executive Officer and Division Manager, Ibiden Philippines Inc., Mr. Naohiko Yajima,Executive Senior Management, Vice President of Electronics Operation, Ibiden Co., Ltd., and Mr. Yuzo Yamagami, President and CEO, Ibiden Philippines Inc. The flags of Philippines and Japan are on the center table. Participants review documents and engage in discussion.

PH forges strategic partnerships, solidifies position as a global high-tech hub

Tokyo, Japan––Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Cristina A. Roque held meetings with top executives from Ibiden Co., Ltd. and Nidec Corporation on March 3, securing commitments that will strengthen the country’s position in the global supply chain for advanced electronics and precision manufacturing. “The Philippines is taking bold steps to position itself as continue reading : PH forges strategic partnerships, solidifies position as a global high-tech hub

DTI Secretary Cristina A. Roque delivering a keynote address at the 5th Quezon City International Business Conference (QCIBC).

“Tatak Pinoy”: Philippines aims to be global innovation and trade Hub, DTI Secretary Roque emphasizes at 5th QCIBC

Quezon City, Philippines — The Philippines is poised to become a premier hub for innovation and trade, driven by the ingenuity and world-class quality of Filipino products and services under the “Tatak Pinoy” (Proudly Filipino) brand. This vision was articulated by Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Cristina A. Roque during the 5th Quezon continue reading : “Tatak Pinoy”: Philippines aims to be global innovation and trade Hub, DTI Secretary Roque emphasizes at 5th QCIBC

Group photo of Philippine and Japanese officials at Etoile Kaito & Co., Inc. DTI Secretary Roque is in the center.

DTI establishes key trade partnerships with Japanese fashion and lifestyle giants

Tokyo, Japan—The Philippines has solidified its position as a rising force in the global fashion and lifestyle market, securing strategic trade partnerships with leading Japanese companies, Etoile Kaito & Co., Inc. and Adastria Co., Ltd.Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Cristina A. Roque spearheaded these pivotal collaborations during high-level discussion on March 03. These continue reading : DTI establishes key trade partnerships with Japanese fashion and lifestyle giants

A group of Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and Jollibee Foods Corporation representatives are in a conference room, holding Jollibee Funko Pop figures. They are posing for a photo during a partnership event with the Philippine flag and the DTI logo in the background, and Jollibee mascot standing with them.

DTI, Jollibee team up to champion sustainable consumer habits

Makati City, Philippines — The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and Jollibee Food Corporation (JFC) have signed a partnership agreement to reduce waste and integrate sustainability practices in the fast food giant’s ecosystem. In a press conference on March 5, the DTI and JFC unveiled their joint project, “Project 2.0: Bee Earth’s Best Friends—A continue reading : DTI, Jollibee team up to champion sustainable consumer habits

Group photo of Philippine Healthcare USA Roadshow 2025 participants at HIMSS Global Health Conference in Las Vegas.

DTI leads the promotion of PH healthcare info management service in USA

Nevada, USA—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) will lead the Philippines’ participation in the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) Global Health Conference and Exhibition and the Philippine Healthcare USA Roadshow 2025 in Las Vegas from March 3 to 7. This business mission aims to solidify the Philippines’ position as a premier provider continue reading : DTI leads the promotion of PH healthcare info management service in USA

The group photo of the officials of the Philippines, Hong Kong and China taken during the event. Photo shows (3rd left to 3rd right) the Regional Director of South East Asia and South Asia of the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, Mr Ronald Ho; Department of Trade and Industry of the Philippines Undersecretary Mary Jean Pacheco; the Chinese Ambassador to the Philippines, Mr. Huang Xilian; the Director-General of the HKETO Jakarta, Miss Libera Cheng; the Mayor of Taguig, Ms. Maria Laarni Lopez Cayetano. (Photo credit: The Government Information Centre, Hong Kong SAR)

PH-HK economic links strengthened as DTI supports HKETO Jakarta seminar

Manila City, Philippines — The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), through its overseas trade and investment office in Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR) and Macau SAR, the Philippine Trade and Investment Center-Hong Kong (PTIC-HK), supported a business seminar and luncheon. The event, titled “Building a Stronger Future: The Synergistic Power of Fintech and continue reading : PH-HK economic links strengthened as DTI supports HKETO Jakarta seminar

A Japanese business delegation, headed by OIBA Chairman Koichi Itano, engages in discussions with BOI Undersecretary Ceferino Rodolfo to explore potential investment opportunities in the Philippines.

Japanese business delegation from Okayama explores PH investment opportunities

Manila City, Philippines—The Philippines remains a premier investment destination for Japanese enterprises, offering a strategic location, a competitive business climate, and a highly skilled workforce. This was highlighted during the Department of Trade and Industry’s (DTI) recent conclusion of a high-level business and investment mission from Okayama. Facilitated by the Philippine Trade and Investment Center continue reading : Japanese business delegation from Okayama explores PH investment opportunities

Philippines to promote Healthcare Information Management Services in US

A healthcare roadshow that highlights the Philippines’ advanced capabilities in Information Technology-Business Process Management (IT-BPM) and its favorable business environment is set to take place in Las Vegas, Nevada on March 3 and 7, 2025. Organized by the Healthcare Information Management Association of the Philippines (HIMAP), which champions the country’s Healthcare Information Management Services (HIMS) continue reading : Philippines to promote Healthcare Information Management Services in US