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Makati City, Philippines—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) spearheads the annual Consumer Welfare Month (CWM) this October with the theme “Be Smart, Assert Your Consumer Rights.” This month-long celebration seeks to empower Filipino consumers to be informed, assertive, and active market participants. The DTI’s Fair Trade Group (FTG), along
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Dubai, UAE—Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Cristina A. Roque leads a four-day official visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from 03 to 05 October to advance the Philippines' trade and investment agenda in the Middle East region. Focusing on strategic engagements that will enhance economic collaboration
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Manila, Philippines—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), in partnership with the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) and the British Council, celebrated the resounding success of the Creative Nation Summit 2024. Held at the Rizal Park Hotel from September 30 to October 01, the summit seized the
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Tokyo, Japan—Supporting the Marcos Jr. administration’s vision of promoting Filipino excellence, Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Acting Secretary Cristina A. Roque propelled Filipino enterprises’ global market reach through the launch of the first Tatak Pinoy Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) Hub, September 14. This hub at the Philippine Trade and Investment Center (PTIC)
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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia—The Philippines demonstrated its growing prominence in the global halal market at the Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS) 2024 in Kuala Lumpur from September 17 to 20. The delegation generated around PHP 447.212 million (USD 7.989 million) in sales, encompassing confirmed orders, booked deals, and promising negotiations, with 103
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Makati City, Philippines—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is set to celebrate the Philippines’ rich culinary heritage by showcasing the dynamic food and beverage industry at the 2024 One Town, One Product (OTOP) Food Fair. Scheduled from October 4 to 8 at the Glorietta and Palm Drive Activity Centers
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Manila, Philippines—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) reaffirmed the Philippines’ commitment to innovation and cultural development during the launch of 2024 Creative Nation Summit at the Rizal Park Hotel on September 30. Co-organized with the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) and the British Council, the two-day
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To focus on improving the effectiveness of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) in ensuring that only safe and standards-compliant vapor products and Heated Tobacco Products (HTP) are sold in the market, the DTI has amended the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of Republic Act No. 11900 (RA11900), or
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The three-day trade show offers a look-back at iconic pieces; a fresh voice for bespoke design; an appreciation for circular production; and its major, can’t-miss settings. Manila FAME will celebrate its 72nd edition at the World Trade Center Metro Manila in Pasay City on October 17-19, 2024. Since 1983, the premier
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Davao City, Philippines—The Export Development Council (EDC)—through the Department of Trade and Industry’s Export Marketing Bureau (DTI-EMB) and the Philippine Exporters Confederation, Inc. (PHILEXPORT)—launched the rollout of the Philippine Export Development Plan (PEDP) in Cebu and Davao through “Usapang Exports” information sessions. In collaboration with the DTI-Regional Operations Group, this
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