DTI positions PH in the global Halal market with PHP 447M in sales at MIHAS 2024

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia—The Philippines demonstrated its growing prominence in the global halal market at the Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS) 2024 in Kuala Lumpur from September 17 to 20. The delegation generated around PHP 447.212 million (USD 7.989 million) in sales, encompassing confirmed orders, booked deals, and promising negotiations, with 103 inquiries received. This strong participation continue reading : DTI positions PH in the global Halal market with PHP 447M in sales at MIHAS 2024

DTI showcases Finopinas: The Finest of Philippine Art and Design

Tokyo, Japan—During the “Finopinas: The Finest of Philippine Art and Design” cocktail reception held at the Tokyo Midtown Design Hub on September 12, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) highlighted the Philippines as a hub for creative industries and a source of high-quality products and services. “Finopinas is a testament to the enduring partnership continue reading : DTI showcases Finopinas: The Finest of Philippine Art and Design

DTI leads PH brands’ first participation in Melbourne Franchising Expo, secures USD 20.6M in export sales

Melbourne, Australia—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) spearheaded a groundbreaking initiative, leading six dynamic Filipino brands to their first-ever participation in the 2024 Franchising and Business Opportunities Expo. This debut resulted in actual and potential export sales amounting to USD 20.6 million. The delegation, comprised of Avocadoria, BENCH/, The Cabalen Group, Miguelitos Ice Cream, continue reading : DTI leads PH brands’ first participation in Melbourne Franchising Expo, secures USD 20.6M in export sales

DTI pushes for increase in trade and investment with Japan’s largest retailer AEON

Tokyo, Japan—Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Acting Secretary Cristina A. Roque engaged executives from AEON Retail Co., Ltd., Japan’s largest retailer, in a meeting held on September 12. This meeting focused on exploring opportunities for increased Philippine exports to Japan and potential investments by AEON in the Philippine market. Secretary Roque highlighted the Philippines’ continue reading : DTI pushes for increase in trade and investment with Japan’s largest retailer AEON

DTI champions PH economic growth and export expansion in meeting with Itochu Corporation

Tokyo, Japan—Driven by stronger partnerships with Japanese companies, the Philippines is at the forefront of economic growth and export expansion. This was stated by Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Acting Secretary Cristina A. Roque during the meeting with Itochu Corporation executives on September 12. Secretary Roque encouraged Itochu to explore the diverse range of continue reading : DTI champions PH economic growth and export expansion in meeting with Itochu Corporation

DTI Secretary woos Marubeni Corporation, eyes “new generation” investments

Tokyo, Japan­ — Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Acting Secretary Cristina A. Roque met with Marubeni Corporation on September 12, emphasizing the country’s openness to “new generation” investments. Secretary Roque highlighted the Philippines’ robust economic growth, driven by a burgeoning middle class and a dynamic MSME (micro, small, and medium enterprise) sector. She outlined continue reading : DTI Secretary woos Marubeni Corporation, eyes “new generation” investments

DTI Chief touts stronger economic ties with MinebeaMitsumi, targets investments in PH priority sectors

Tokyo, Japan — The Philippines actively seeks to strengthen its economic partnership with Japanese manufacturing giant MinebeaMitsumi Inc., aiming to attract investments in key priority sectors. This strategic move was underscored during a private luncheon hosted by MinebeaMitsumi, where Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Acting Secretary Cristina A. Roque engaged with Chairman and CEO continue reading : DTI Chief touts stronger economic ties with MinebeaMitsumi, targets investments in PH priority sectors

Taste the island flavor as FOODPhilippines joins Hong Kong Food Expo PRO

FOODPhilippines, the country’s collective food promotions program, shifts into the higher gear as it joins the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) Food Expo PRO on August 15-17 this year at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Organized by the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM), seven food exhibitors from the Philippines continue reading : Taste the island flavor as FOODPhilippines joins Hong Kong Food Expo PRO

Trade Secretary Pascual promotes Philippine investment opportunities to Japanese investors

Tokyo, Japan—”The Philippines stands ready to welcome your investments with a wealth of opportunities in a nation primed for growth,” Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Fred Pascual emphasized during the Philippine Economic Briefing (PEB) on June 21. “By partnering with us, you not only gain a foothold in a dynamic and expanding market, continue reading : Trade Secretary Pascual promotes Philippine investment opportunities to Japanese investors

DTI endorses MinebeaMitsumi’s efforts to strengthen Philippine semiconductor workforce

Tokyo, Japan—On June 19, Department of Trade and Industry Secretary Fred Pascual welcomed MinebeaMitsumi’s support for the goal of the Philippine government to train 128,000 semiconductor professionals by 2028. This reinforces the US CHIPS and Science Act, which allocated USD 50 billion to the industry and identified the Philippines and Japan as key partners. This continue reading : DTI endorses MinebeaMitsumi’s efforts to strengthen Philippine semiconductor workforce