Makati City, Philippines—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is set to present the fourth edition of “MTE goes Glorietta,” a trade fair showcasing the best of the Davao region. The event will be held from 14 to 17 October at the Palm Drive Activity Center, Glorietta Mall.

This year’s theme, “Empowering the Future of MSMEs: Connecting, Cultivating, Commerce,” highlights the DTI’s commitment to supporting micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). In partnership with the Mindanao Trade Expo Foundation, Inc., the Department of Agriculture, the Philippine Exporters Confederation, Inc., and Ayala Malls Glorietta, the event will provide MSMEs with valuable resources such as market information, technological tools, and professional networks.

The goal is to help MSMEs stay competitive and seize new opportunities in both local and international markets.

DTI Regional Director for Region 11 Romeo L. Castañaga emphasized the significance of the trade expo as a platform for MSMEs to showcase their wide range of products, from fashion accessories and arts and crafts to home décor, gifts, food, tourism, and services.

“By participating in events like this, MSMEs can showcase the region’s unique creativity, craftsmanship, and cultural richness of the region. It allows local products to reach broader markets, potentially expanding their reach beyond regional boundaries to national and international levels,” Castañaga said.

Regional Director Castañaga sees this expo as a strategic avenue for MSMEs to generate sales, gain exposure, forge partnerships, and attract investments, ultimately driving economic growth in the region. He lauded Glorietta Mall as a premier market platform that has provided excellent exposure for Mindanao products for four consecutive years.

In 2023, the MTE goes Glorietta generated PHP 4.4 million sales from 78 participating Davao MSMEs. Regional Director Castañaga is optimistic that continuous capacity building, product development efforts, and expanded market exposure for participating MSMEs will achieve similar or even greater success. ♦

Date of release: 14 October 2024

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