In the dynamic landscape of global trade, Arise Plus Philippines stands as a beacon of economic progress and inclusive growth, driving the nation’s economic vitality and integration into the international market. Funded by the European Union (EU), this EUR 5.8 million trade-related technical assistance project is not just a financial investment but a strategic partnership aimed continue reading : Arise Plus Philippines: Driving inclusive growth and trade competitiveness in the global market
Tokyo, Japan—The Philippines’ young and skilled workforce, robust economic growth, and commitment to a sustainable future make the country an ideal location for global companies like Mitsubishi Corporation to invest and expand their operations, according to Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Fred Pascual. On June 19, DTI Secretary Pascual and other Cabinet secretaries continue reading : Philippines courts Mitsubishi Corporation, touts skilled workforce and infrastructure development priority
Tokyo, Japan—“The Philippine government is creating a business environment that promotes and encourages foreign investment. We are enacting recent policy reforms, that strategically broaden the participation of foreign companies in key sectors of the Philippine economy,” said Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Fred Pascual during a meeting with Sojitz Corporation on June 19. Secretary continue reading : DTI to Japanese businesses: Philippines is conducive for foreign investments
In an bid to strengthen the implementation of the Vape Law, technical regulations, and other fair-trade laws, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) recently conducted an immersive training with key DTI regional counterparts in Northern Luzon and Muslim Mindanao These training sessions were conducted in coordination with the Trade Regulation and Consumer Protection Division continue reading : DTI conducts targeted training to strengthen regional enforcement of vape law
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) hosted a briefing session with the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) and representatives from online shopping platforms Lazada, Tiktok, and Shopee to explore potential joint operations aimed at tackling illegal vape products. DTI Secretary Fred Pascual said the Department is holding violators accountable by equipping monitoring and enforcement continue reading : DTI and PDEA partner with e-commerce giants to tackle illegal vape sales
The Philippines continues to build momentum in attracting investments, following the Department of Trade and Industry’s Board of Investments (BOI) newly recorded PHP 640.22 billion worth of approved investments from January to May 2024. This marks a 14% increase from the PHP 562.90 billion reported in the same period last year, making it the highest continue reading : DTI-BOI reports recorded PHP 640.22 billion investments approval in first 5 months of 2024, marking 14% year-on-year increase
Manila City, Philippines—The Philippines looks forward to Hungary’s upcoming presidency of the Council of the European Union (EU) as a strategic opportunity to boost trade and investment between the Philippines and the entire European region. This sentiment was echoed by Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Fred Pascual during his meeting with Hungary’s Foreign continue reading : PH looks forward to Hungary’s upcoming EU Council presidency
Makati City, Philippines – On June 11, 2024, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and the Philippine Exporters Confederation, Inc. (PHILEXPORT) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to institutionalize a partnership between the government and the exporter community to increase utilization of Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) and other preferential arrangements. Secretary Fred Pascual emphasized continue reading : DTI and PhilExport forge partnership to maximize Free Trade Agreement benefits
Following the country’s first reported death due to vape-related lung injury, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has intensified its strategic enforcement efforts to ensure that no illicit vape products are allowed entry into the Philippine market. Pursuant to its mandate under Republic Act (RA) 11900 or the Vape Law and aligned with the continue reading : DTI links up with NGOs to curb youth vaping
Makati, Philippines – June 10, 2024 — Trade Secretary Fred Pascual proudly introduced the Department of Trade and Industry’s (DTI) new slogan: “DTI: ANGAT Negosyo, ASENSO Trabaho, ALAGAng Konsyumer para sa Bagong Pilipinas.” This initiative marks a significant step in DTI’s ongoing commitment to drive economic growth and enhance consumer welfare, aligning seamlessly with the national vision of continue reading : Pascual unveils new DTI slogan in line with PBBM’s Bagong Pilipinas vision