In an effort to further encourage digital transformation among Philippine exporters, the Department of Trade and Industry-Export Marketing Bureau (DTI-EMB) organized a Philippine Export Competitiveness Program (PECP) info session focused on 2020’s International Trade Trends held on February 27, 2020, at the DTI International Building, Makati City.
Halal Industry Updates
Compilation of the report’s mention of the Philippines based on Thomson Reuters’ research. In summary, they have acknowledged the Philippine Government’s initiative and program in exports especially under the Halal food sector.
Demand for organic food on the rise in Europe
17 February 2020 Published also in Business Mirror The appeal of organic foods continues to grow in Europe, presenting big opportunities for companies that can support this fast-rising consumer need, according to an export marketing official. Agnes R. Legaspi, assistant director of the Export Marketing Bureau (EMB), said that more than ever, European consumers are continue reading : Demand for organic food on the rise in Europe
DTI unit spearheads new program to hone digital skills of exporters and entrepreneurs
17 February 2020 By Kristina Noelle S. Andaya | Knowledge Processing Division | DTI-Export Marketing Bureau Published also in Business Mirror Canva Philippines’s Events and Community Partnership Lead Tin Atanacio teaches participants in Graphic Design Basics and applying these design principles in their brands/companies during the “Digital Design and Marketing” Information Session on January 30, continue reading : DTI unit spearheads new program to hone digital skills of exporters and entrepreneurs
DTI bares ‘record level’ $70.3-billion exports in 2019
17 February 2020 Published also in Business Mirror Philippine exports reached record high $70.3 billion in 2019, from $69.3 billion in 2018, despite external headwinds from the global trade policy uncertainties, geopolitical tensions, and country-specific challenges, Trade Secretary Ramon M. Lopez revealed this week. “The relatively strong export performance of the Philippines transpired amid DTI’s continue reading : DTI bares ‘record level’ $70.3-billion exports in 2019
Philexport bullish on hitting 6% export growth goal this year
29 July 2019 Published also in Business Mirror Exporters are optimistic about reaching a 6-percent revenue growth target this year on the back of services sector as they go full blast in implementing the newly approved export development plan. Philippine Exporters Confederation Inc. (Philexport) President Sergio Ortiz-Luis Jr. said the export plan will now be continue reading : Philexport bullish on hitting 6% export growth goal this year
Mindanao leaders bat for stronger link with Indonesia, BIMP-EAGA
By Philippine News Agency 29 July 2019 Published also in Business Mirror Leaders in Mindanao region have vowed to sustain and improve both economic ties and cultural exchanges anchored on years of bilateral relations between Philippines and Indonesia. Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) Chairman Nathaniel Dalumpines, in his message during the recent opening of Wonderful Indonesia continue reading : Mindanao leaders bat for stronger link with Indonesia, BIMP-EAGA
DTI celebrates 2nd Logistics Services Philippines Conference and Exhibition
29 July 2019 Published also in Business Mirror The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), through its Competitiveness Bureau (CB), held its second Logistics Services Philippines (LSPH) Conference and Exhibition on July 15 and 16, 2019, at the Mezzanine Hall of the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) in Pasay City. With the theme, “Logistics 4.0: continue reading : DTI celebrates 2nd Logistics Services Philippines Conference and Exhibition
Lopez highlights push for ‘smarter’ MSMEs
29 July 2019 Published also in Business Mirror The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), as chairman of the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise Development Council (MSMEDC), staged this year’s National MSME Summit on July 16, 2019, at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Pasay City, to showcase vital and game-changing whole-of-government policy reforms, programs, continue reading : Lopez highlights push for ‘smarter’ MSMEs
Special economic zones help lure investments, boost exports
22 July 2019 Published also in Business Mirror AS countries attract foreign direct investment (FDI) to special economic zones (SEZs), active support to promote clusters and linkages is key to maximizing development impact, according to a United Nations report. United Nations Conference on Trade and Development’s (UNCTAD) World Investment Report 2019 pointed out that firms continue reading : Special economic zones help lure investments, boost exports