DTI to showcase MIMAROPA’s creativity and innovation at Tatak Pinoy: OBRA MIMAROPA | Department of Trade and Industry Philippines

Makati City, Philippines—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is set to hold the Tatak Pinoy: OBRA MIMAROPA, a celebration of the region’s diverse products and talents. This event will take place at the Glorietta Activity Center from 24 to 27 October 2024 to showcase the best of MIMAROPA’s creative industries and local enterprises.

More than 50 micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) from Occidental and Oriental Mindoro, Marinduque, Romblon, and Palawan will converge to offer a wide array of locally made products, including handicrafts, food, fashion, lifestyle, eco-friendly goods, health and wellness products, and many more.

Beyond a trade show, Tatak Pinoy: OBRA MIMAROPA will feature a series of creative talks led by experts from the film, music, art, and fashion industries.

The event promises a rich cultural experience with performances representing the five provinces within MIMAROPA. The opening ceremonies will honor top performers from the recent Cities and Municipalities Competitive Index. It will also acknowledge regional winners of the Pamilihang Bayan ng Bidang Mamimili, a program recognizing local government units with public markets that uphold industry standards in consumer protection and empowerment.

Moreover, participants will gain valuable insights from informative talks on Halal certification, responsible seafood sourcing, and market opportunities for coconut industry players. A seminar on food safety will further equip entrepreneurs and industry stakeholders with essential business knowledge.

“We are driven by the passion and commitment of our entrepreneurs and artists. The Tatak Pinoy: OBRA MIMAROPA aims to connect and unite them, fostering a sustainable creative industry,” says DTI MIMAROPA Regional Director Rodolfo Mariposque.

This event is a revival of the successful MIMAROPA Naturally Agri Trade and Tourism Fair, held annually from 2015 to 2019.

The Tatak Pinoy: OBRA MIMAROPA’s official logo pays homage to the region’s multicultural heritage. This emblem symbolizes the intricate patterns used in handicrafts and clothing, the thriving butterfly industry, and the artistic expressions of the Mangyan communities.

Key officials from the DTI, national government, and local government units are expected to attend the opening program.

This trade fair is a collaborative effort spearheaded by government agencies from the MIMAROPA region, including the Philippine Exporters Confederation, Inc.; the Department of Tourism and Agriculture; and the provincial government units of Romblon, Occidental Mindoro, Marinduque, and Palawan.

This robust government partnership further benefits from the unwavering support of key national programs, such as the Tatak Pinoy Program; One Town, One Product Philippines; Coconut Farmers Industry Development Plan; Shared Service Facilities Program; and Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Program.

For more information, visit the official Facebook and Instagram accounts of DTI MIMAROPA. ♦

Date of release: 30 September 2024

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