Manila City, Philippines—In line with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s goal to transform the Philippines into a premier logistics hub in Asia, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has intensified its efforts to reduce transport and logistics costs, and ensure an efficient supply chain. During the SCMAP Supply Chain Conference 2024, Undersecretary Jean Pacheco outlined continue reading : DTI cites strategic measures to lower logistic costs and enhance supply chain efficiency

Makati City, Philippines––The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has partnered with Converge ICT Solutions Inc. to bridge the digital connectivity gap for micro, small, medium, and large enterprises (MSMEs) across the Philippines, with a particular focus on reaching far-flung areas. Formalized through a memorandum of understanding (MOU) signed on September 10, the collaboration aims continue reading : DTI to boost digital connectivity for remote PH enterprises, partners with Converge

Pasay City, Philippines—On September 02, Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Acting Secretary Ma. Cristina Roque lauded the achievements of leading franchisors and franchisees as catalysts for economic growth and job creation, during the 2024 Franchise Excellence Awards (FEA). Secretary Roque also outlined the Department’s key initiatives to further strengthen and expand the franchising sector continue reading : DTI celebrates PH franchise excellence, pledges support for franchise sector

Cebu City, Philippines––Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Acting Secretary Ma. Cristina Roque visited the Carbon Market, Cebu City’s oldest and largest public market. This visit last August 30 was part of the Department’s steady effort to monitor prices and ensure the availability of basic necessities and prime commodities. “The DTI, through its dedicated monitoring continue reading : DTI Chief conducts price watch in Cebu City’s largest public market

Manila, Philippines –– The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) initiated a collaborative effort with the Department of Tourism (DOT) on September 11 to explore the Internet Transactions Act of 2023 (ITA) and the e-Commerce 2028 Roadmap. DTI Undersecretary Mary Jean Pacheco and DOT Undersecretary Shalimar Hofer Tamaño discussed establishing strategic partnerships to enhance travel continue reading : DTI taps DOT to collaborate on travel experience improvement through Internet Transactions Act, e-Commerce 2028 Roadmap

Davao, Philippines—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Task Force Kalasag nabbed a massive haul of uncertified products valued at over PHP 17.6 million during its five-day focused enforcement in Davao Del Sur and Davao Del Norte. In its relentless nationwide campaign against illegal products conducted from September 02 to 06, the task force confiscated continue reading : DTI Task Force Kalasag seized millions in uncertified goods in Davao

Taguig City, Philippines—The Philippines is committed to bolstering its role in ensuring global trade security and preventing the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction (WMD), according to Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Cristina A. Roque.   This commitment was reaffirmed during the Philippine Strategic Trade Management Summit held on September 09.  “As our bid continue reading : DTI Chief vows to strengthen PH’s role in global trade security

In line with the commitment to the directive of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to expand and strengthen efforts against the smuggling and illegal trading of tobacco and vape products, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), together with the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), Bureau of Customs (BOC), and Philippine National Police (PNP) continue to continue reading : DTI strengthens enforcement of Vape Law, reminds traders to comply

Cebu, Philippines—Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Acting Secretary Cristina Roque visited the facilities of Profood International Corporation, the largest Philippine-based dried fruit producer, in Mandaue City, August 30.   The visit highlighted Profood’s significant contribution to the Philippine economy, particularly in generating employment and promoting rural development. The company employs thousands of Filipino workers in continue reading : DTI lauds PH food processing prowess at Profood International Corporation visit