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Davao Region is touted as Mindanao’s center for trade and investments, being the home of several multi-national companies, which opted to establish their hubs and branches in the island-region.

It is composed of five provinces – Davao del Sur, Davao del Norte, Davao Oriental, Davao Occidental and Compostela Valley. It also boasts of six cities – Davao, Tagum, Island Garden City of Samal, Panabo, Mati and Digos – that continue to showcase a vibrant investment climate because of their improving competitiveness.

The region’s sustainable economic landscape can be attributed to its vast natural resources, reliable facilities, conducive business environment, and competitive human resources. Its existing road network, airport and seaport facilities efficiently support both travel and trade, making it a major gateway to the ASEAN and Pacific economies.

Aside from its investment potentials, the region’s islands to highlands tourism destinations are among the other reasons that make it one of the top must-visit places in the country.♦

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Puerto Princesa City, Philippines—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has culminated its two-year “Mainstreaming Energy Efficiency in MSMEs Buildings in the Philippines” project with the Investors' Roadshow in Palawan on May 21. This capstone event was designed to translate technical groundwork into actionable opportunities for micro, small, and medium
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Davao del Norte, Philippines—In the quiet yet culturally rich lands of New Corella, a woman’s dedication has sparked a movement that uplifts and protects indigenous heritage. Nene Omos Luayon, a proud member of the Manguangan Tribe of the Indigenous People (IP) community, has dedicated over 13 years working as a community organizer.
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Ribbon-cutting ceremony for DTI's new packaging facility in Davao Oriental. DTI Region 11 Director Romeo L. Castañaga is in attendance.
Mati City, Davao Oriental — The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), in partnership with the Davao Oriental State University (DORSU), has officially launched the first Shared Service Facility (SSF) on MAterials DEvelopment and INnovation in DAvao Oriental Fabrication Laboratory, known as MADE in DAVLAB. This initiative, themed “ARegenerative Path for
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Samal City, Davao del Norte —The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) officially turned over an upgraded farm-to-market road (FMR) in Barangay Tagbitan-ag, Island Garden City of Samal (IGACOS) on March 12, marking the completion of a PHP 29.76 million investment project aimed at bolstering rural economic development in the area. This project
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Davao Del Sur, Philippines– The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is optimistic about the continued growth of the province’s coffee industry following the launch of the Davao del Sur State College (DSSC)-Regional Coffee Innovation Center (RCIC) and Museum last February 20. Launched in Digos City, this facility is the
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Workers operate machinery while discussing with PUM expert Mr. Cees de Kreij, surrounded by coconuts in an outdoor setting.
DAVAO CITY - The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) 11 under its Coconut Farmers Industry Development Plan (CFIDP) program has collaborated with an international organization to develop high-value products for the coconut sector, particularly coconut husk. PUM Netherlands, a group of volunteers who are senior experts in business advisory,
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DAVAO CITY – The implementation of the Shared Service Facility (SSF) is dedicated to continuously aid in the development, design innovation, and overall competitiveness of the micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). Further, the program is seen to help them increase their productivity and maximize the marketability of their products.
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DAVAO CITY – The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) 11 has continued to intensify the implementation of the Consumer Act of the Philippines, while warning business establishments and online sellers to strictly observe the price tag provisions.   The Republic Act 7394, or the Consumer Act of the Philippines, is
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Davao City – The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) 11’s mentorship program has added 96 more micro-entrepreneurs who graduated from its rigid ten-module training. Following what it started five years ago, the Kapatid Mentor Micro Enterprise – Money Market Encounter (KMME-MME) continues to assist local micro, small and medium
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JOSE ABAD SANTOS, Davao Occidental – The Indigenous People (IP) members of the Marabatuan Weavers Association (MAWEA) from the Municipality of Jose Abad Santos (JAS) have continued to promote and preserve their culture through their decades-old activity.  The 50 members of the organization have been utilizing the gift of nito
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Davao del Norte, Philippines—Fructosa “Frux” Llana knows firsthand that an entrepreneur’s journey is often a bittersweet story. With enough doses of perseverance, hard work, and determination, she has turned countless setbacks into a thriving business, proving that resilience remains a key ingredient for success. As the founder of Frux Food
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Davao Del Norte, Philippines — A group of weavers from the Municipality of Braulio E. Dujali has successfully capitalized on Davao del Norte’s thriving banana industry. As global fashion preferences evolve, innovation has become crucial for meeting the demand for sustainable products. This is precisely what the Banana Fiber Weavers
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A tale of vision, resilience, and unwavering commitment to the Pinoy legacy.  A diamond in the rough Amid the idyllic backdrop of Davao del Norte's hinterlands, a tale of chocolate unfolds. In a time when roads remained unpaved, and the journey from bustling Davao City to the tranquil haven of
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Betty and Ervin went from strength to strength as their exports to the European Union empowered communities in Panabo, Davao del Norte. A tale of transformation Back in the early 2000s Betty and Ervin More, both development workers, bought a one-hectare coconut farm and embarked on a journey to cultivate
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Farming may not be as attractive as the corporate world for the young generation. However, for these two engineers, there is so much in it that roused their interest.  Some families must be concerned about who will take over in tilling their land because their children are not interested. This
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Jose Abad Santos, Davao Occidental – When traveling, it is expected that people would always look for a place to stay that will make them experience the same comfort that their home provides, especially if the destination is quite far  The municipality of Jose Abad Santos (JAS) is often considered
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