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DTI highlights Philippines’ position as a global coconut powerhouse at COCONUTPhilippines Trade Fair
Mandaluyong City, Philippines–– The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) underscored the Philippines’ position as a global coconut leader in its first COCONUTPhilippines Trade Fair at the SM Megamall Megatrade Hall on December 4. Organized by the DTI-Bureau of Market Development, Promotions and OTOP (BMDPO), the Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA),
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Davao City, Philippines — The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has reminded consumers to exercise caution when participating in sales promotions offered by various businesses. Given the surge of enticing offers and discounts, especially during this holiday season, consumers are encouraged to remain vigilant and ensure that promotional activities
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Marinduque, Philippines — The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) hosted Fiesta Haraya 2024 in Marinduque, from 02 to 04 December 2024, aimed at boosting the creative economy and cultural heritage of the MIMAROPA region. DTI Region 4B Director Rodolfo J. Mariposque underscored the DTI’s commitment to fueling economic growth
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Makati City, Philippines—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) unveiled the DTI-Bagong Pilipinas Christmas Village Fairs to showcase different products from Filipino micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). This initiative is aimed at transforming select locations into hubs that will champion Filipino craftsmanship and sustainability. Taking place at three prime
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Pasay City, Philippines—“The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is proud to participate in the exploratory discussions on a potential Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between the Philippines and Canada,” said DTI Secretary Cristina A. Roque at the Team Canada Trade Mission Gala Reception on December 05. At a time when
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Manila City, Philippines — On December 3, Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Cristina Roque hosted a welcome dinner for World Trade Organization (WTO) Director-General Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala on the occasion of her first visit to the Philippines. This landmark event marked the start of a series of high-level
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Makati City, Philippines—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) reinforced the Philippines’ position as a premier global investment destination by welcoming the expansion plans of Canadian gold mining company B2Gold Corporation in the country. During a courtesy visit to Secretary Roque, B2Gold Vice President Neil Reeder, B2Gold Senior Vice President
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Pasig City, Philippines—On November 28, the Department of Trade and Industry, through its attached agency Construction Industry Authority of the Philippines (CIAP), hosted the 5th Philippine Construction Congress to champion sustainability and innovation building practices. In partnership with the Philippine Constructors Association, Inc., the event brought together industry leaders, policymakers,
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Pasay City, Philippines — The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) hosted the Tatak Pinoy Summit at the Sheraton Manila Hotel on December 4. This summit solidified the government’s commitment to propelling the country’s industrial transformation through the Tatak Pinoy initiative. Themed “Tatak Pinoy Strategy: Catalyzing Industrial Transformation,” the event
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Makati City, Philippines—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) lauded the Philippines’ rise to second place in the global ranking of the most attractive emerging renewable energy (RE) investment markets, based on the 2024 Climatescope report released by BloombergNEF. This achievement marks a significant leap forward for the country, which
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