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Mandaluyong City, Philippines—The 2024 DTI Bagong Pilipinas National Trade Fair (NTF) generated PHP 73.1 million in combined cash sales, booked orders, and orders under negotiation for participating micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). Held at the Megatrade Halls of SM Megamall from August 21 to 25, the event drew nearly
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Mandaluyong City, Philippines—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) launched the first-ever DTI Beauty Fair, a showcase of the vibrant and flourishing local beauty industry. The event was held from August 28 to September 1 at the SM Mega Fashion Hall, Ground Floor, SM Megamall. Organized by the DTI’s Bureau of Market Development, Promotions,
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Quezon City, Philippines— The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) officially launched a new website dedicated to supporting the Philippine creative industries. Unveiled during the Philippine Creative Industries Month (PCIM) 2024 opening ceremony, the platform aims to connect, educate, and empower creatives across the country. Speaking on behalf of DTI-Competitiveness
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Quezon City, Philippines—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) officially opened the Philippine Creative Industries Month (PCIM) 2024 on September 03. The event marked the start of a month-long nationwide celebration of Filipino creativity and innovation. Representing DTI-Competitiveness and Innovation Group Undersecretary Rafaelita Aldaba, Assistant Secretary Leonila T. Baluyut inaugurated
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Pursuant to Executive Order No. 913 (1983), or “Strengthening the Rule-making and Adjudicatory Powers of the Minister (now Secretary) of Trade and Industry”, Preliminary Orders and Preventive Measures Pending Formal Investigation Orders have been issued against the following vape brands: BrandManufacturerImporterSHFT & DR FREEZEShenzhen Adwell Technology Co. LTDSHFT Electronic Gadgets
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Pasay City, Philippines—The Department of Trade of Industry (DTI) has positioned the Philippines to become Asia’s premier creative hub through the Philippines-Indonesia Creative Economy Roundtable held on 28 August 2024. This initiative underscored the Philippines' recognition of Indonesia as a valuable partner in advancing the creative economy agenda both bilaterally
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Metro Manila, Philippines—In the wake of the devastation left by Super Typhoon Carina, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has joined forces with leading fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) manufacturers and government agencies to deliver crucial relief goods to affected families in Regions III, IV-A, IV-B, and the National Capital
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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA -- Following President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’ and DTI Secretary Fred Pascual’s successful visit to Melbourne, which yielded USD1.53 billion in business agreements, the Department of Trade and Industry’s (DTI) Philippine Trade and Investment Center in Sydney (PTIC Sydney), lauded the recent grant of a mining permit to Perth-based
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MAKATI CITY— Strengthening the economic cooperation between the Philippines and Osaka business community, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary and Board of Investments (BOI) Chairman Alfredo E. Pascual received the delegation of the Osaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI) in a courtesy call to the DTI Secretary led
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A delegation of 17 Philippine business enterprises will return to the 2023 edition of China International Import Expo (CIIE) for the 6th consecutive time with the theme “Share the love for Philippine flavors.” Anchored on the increasing popularity that Durian is enjoying in China, the delegation will put a spotlight
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