DTI helps sports apparel seller to thrive in adversity

As the coronavirus continues its disruption, many small business owners are innovating strategies as they navigate the unforeseen financial and operational challenges brought on by the pandemic. For Theresa Mae Conson, Chief Finance Officer and sole proprietor of Cebu-based Smartieshirt Apparel, the COVI19 crisis is a game changer. Started by husband Marvin Conson in 2015 continue reading : DTI helps sports apparel seller to thrive in adversity

Food and beverage firms told: Focus on product sustainability

16 June 2020 | The Department of Trade and Industry-Export Marketing Bureau (DTI-EMB), citing international market intelligence company Mintel trends report, has advised food and drink companies to focus on sustainability as consumers will advocate for companies that pursue the triple bottom line—people, profit and planet.

DTI, DOLE monitor establishments in CALABARZON allowed to operate amid prolonged quarantine

To ensure that business establishments and workplaces are following safety and health standards in the continuing battle against the pandemic, the Department of Trade and Industry Region (DTI) and the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) of CALABARZON joined forces to monitor 197 establishments. Businesses that are located in the malls, economic zones, manufacturing companies, continue reading : DTI, DOLE monitor establishments in CALABARZON allowed to operate amid prolonged quarantine

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DTI to push e-commerce growth, support legislation to strengthen e-commerce law in PH

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), in commemoration of the 20th year of Republic Act No. 8792 or the “eCommerce Act of 2000” signed last 14 June 2000, committed to implement policies to strengthen and grow e-commerce in the country while supporting current legislative measures by Congress.  “Twenty years after this pioneering legislation was continue reading : DTI to push e-commerce growth, support legislation to strengthen e-commerce law in PH

Mensahe ni Kalihim ng Kalakalan at Industriya Ramon M. Lopez sa Pagdiriwang ng ika-22 Anibersaryo ng Proklamasyon ng Kalayaan ng Pilipinas

Sa ating pagdiriwang ng Ika-122 Anibersaryo ng Proklamasyon ng Kalayaan ng Pilipinas, kaisa ng Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) ang sambayanang Pilipino sa pag-alala sa tapang at malasakit ng ating mga bayani. Sa gitna ng krisis na ating kinakaharap, nararapat lamang na pahalagahan din natin ang mga sakripisyo ng bawat healthcare worker, frontliner, at continue reading : Mensahe ni Kalihim ng Kalakalan at Industriya Ramon M. Lopez sa Pagdiriwang ng ika-22 Anibersaryo ng Proklamasyon ng Kalayaan ng Pilipinas

DTI-EMB urges passage of economic stimulus bill to get exporters back on track

11 June 2020 | The Department of Trade and Industry-Export Marketing Bureau (DTI-EMB) is pushing for the passage of House Bill No. 6815 or the Accelerated Recovery and Investments Stimulus for the Economy of the Philippines (ARISE Philippines) to help exporters get back on their feet. The bill was approved by the House of Representatives in its third and final reading on 4 June 2020.

PH game developers explore opportunities with Malaysia

11 June 2020 | The global gaming industry was estimated to be valued at USD152.1B in 2019 which shows that there’s a huge chunk of the market that is open to be served and explored by the Philippines given the current share and capability of the game development industry.

DOT and BOI finalized incentives to tourism firms’ COVID-19-proofing investments

Responding to a request from Tourism Secretary Bernadette Romulo-Puyat, the Board of Investments (BOI) has approved investment incentives for tourism and tourism-related industries that are upgrading and modernizing their facilities aimed at ensuring the health, safety and wellness of their clients in view of the new normal brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic.  “We recognize continue reading : DOT and BOI finalized incentives to tourism firms’ COVID-19-proofing investments