Tacloban City, Philippines—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) awarded 10 outstanding establishments in Eastern Visayas for their commitment to consumer rights and ethical business practices. The recognition was given at the 2024 Bagwis Awarding Ceremony held on 06 November 2024. The DTI Bagwis Award Program is an initiative that encourages businesses to prioritize consumer continue reading : DTI Bagwis Awards recognizes ethical business champions in Eastern Visayas
VICTORIA, LAGUNA – In conjunction with the Consumer Welfare Month 2024 celebration, the Department of Trade and Industry – Laguna Provincial Office (DTI-Laguna) held a Training of Trainers session for Negosyo Center Business Counselors on October 1, 2024, in Victoria, Laguna. The said training also included participation from on-the-job trainees and government interns from the continue reading : DTI-Laguna trains business counsellors to intensify consumer education and protection
OTOP Philippines proudly participated in the prestigious Manila FAME 2024, bringing 30 micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) from across the country to the global stage. Held at the World Trade Center in Pasay City from October 17 to 19, this year’s Reimagination theme embodied sustainability and aesthetic functionality in every display. The OTOP Pavilion continue reading : OTOP PH spotlights Filipino talent at Manila FAME 2024
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania—On November 7, the Philippines launched the “HABI: Discovering Possibilities for Philippine Fibers” exhibit at Thomas Jefferson University on to showcase Philippine fibers and their unique applications in fashion, design, and industry. The exhibit is a collective effort among the Department of Trade and Industry-Philippine Trade and Investment Center (DTI-PTIC) in New York, the continue reading : HABI Exhibit showcases rich potential of PH fibers in Philadelphia
Tacloban City, Philippines—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) recently concluded a vibrant celebration of creativity and culture with Fiesta Haraya in Eastern Visayas. Fiesta Haraya, the regional and national platform for creative industry players and stakeholders, showcases Filipino creativity and promotes the creative industries development agenda. Fiesta Hiraya is a fusion of two words continue reading : DTI’s Fiesta Haraya ignites creativity and culture in Eastern Visayas
San Francisco, California—Amber Kinetics, a United States-based energy storage system company, informed of its plan to further expand its operations in the Philippines and the US. This was shared during the visit facilitated by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) for the Philippine Ambassador to the US Jose Manuel Romualdez. Organized by the DTI-Philippine continue reading : Game-changing energy storage technology solution firm plans to expand in PH and US
Lima, Peru––On 15 November, Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Cristina A. Roque represented President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. as his Special Envoy to the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) 2024 Economic Leaders’ Meeting (AELM) in Lima, Peru. Led by H.E. Dina Boluarte, President of the Republic of Peru, the meeting provided a platform for continue reading : DTI Secretary Roque represents President Marcos Jr. at APEC economic leaders’ meeting
Lima, Peru––The Philippines underscored its commitment to global trade and regional economic integration at the 2024 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Ministerial Meeting (AMM) held in Lima, Peru on 14 November 2024. DTI Secretary Cristina A. Roque, serving as the Philippine President’s Special Envoy to the 2025 APEC Economic Leaders Meeting, led the Philippine delegation, which continue reading : PH reaffirms commitment to global trade and regional economic integration at APEC Ministerial Meeting
Makati City, Philippines—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) released the 2024 Noche Buena Price Guide to provide consumers with a broad selection of options for this upcoming holiday season. The guide includes prices for 236 Stock Keeping Units (SKUs) from 22 Noche Buena manufacturers across 12 categories: ham, queso de bola, fruit cocktail, cheese, continue reading : DTI releases 2024 Noche Buena Price Guide, empowers consumers to make informed holiday choices
Aklan, Philippines — After a five-year hiatus, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is set to hold the 2024 Aklan Product Expo in Iloilo City at the Activity Center of SM City Iloilo on 18 to 22 November 2024. This event marks another milestone for Aklan, showcasing Aklanon products through a marketing activity spotlighting continue reading : DTI to spotlight Aklan’s finest products and innovative designs at upcoming Aklan Product Expo