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

Makati City, Philippines—The global Halal market currently presents a trillion-dollar opportunity, and the Philippines is uniquely positioned in the Asia-Pacific region to capture this market. This was what Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Fred Pascual highlighted during the third Halal Stakeholders Consultation Forum on June 10. “Our goal is to create a robust continue reading : DTI Secretary Pascual highlights Philippines’ Halal market potential at key stakeholders forum