GET TO KNOW DTI- REGION 7
The Department of Trade and Industry-Central Visayas Regional Office or DTI Region 7 is charged with the promotion of an economic and business environment conducive to the birth and growth of enterprises and supportive of a fair and robust trade of goods and services within the region.
It is a coordinating agency for all government activities that relate to trade, industry, and investments as well as a regulatory body to ensure that fair competition prevails.
The Consumer Protection Division (CPD) implements the department’s consumer protection programs of the department. It educates consumers and implements programs and projects that create a healthy business environment. Its specific concerns include:
- Consumer advocacy and education
- Strengthening consumer organizations/ networks
- Enforcement of fair trade laws and laws on standards
- Monitoring of price and supply of basic necessities and prime commodities
- Issuance of regional sales promo permits
The Small and Medium Enterprise Development Division (SDD) provides assistance in the development of local small and medium enterprises by:
- Facilitating access to finance
- Facilitating the establishment of livelihood and income generating projects
- Conducting entrepreneurial trainings, product and market development seminars
- Providing trade fair assistance and information
- The Industry Development Division (IDD) is tasked to implement programs and projects that promote and develop trade by:
- Facilitating the conduct of quality and productivity programs for industrial competitiveness
- Assisting in the annual conduct of the regional competitiveness survey which rank cities and municipalities according to economic dynamism, government efficiency, infrastructure, and resilience.
- Encouraging the development of eCommerce, innovation and creative economy
NEWSSUCCESS STORIES
SIQUIJOR – The Department of Trade and Industry Region 7 (DTI-7) successfully hosted its Youth Entrepreneurship Program (YEP), "You Can BYOB! (Be Your Own Boss)" workshop from September 3 to 6, 2024, in the Province of Siquijor. This hands-on, activity-driven training was designed to equip young participants with essential entrepreneurial skills,
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TALISAY, CEBU – The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), in partnership with the Philippine Center for Entrepreneurship (PCE) - Go Negosyo, played a key role in the rollout of the Lingap at Alagang Bayanihan (LAB) for All Program in Cebu, spearheaded by First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos. Held on August
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CEBU CITY – In a concerted effort to empower micro entrepreneurs and bolster the local economy, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Cebu successfully gathered 438 sari-sari store owners from across Cebu Province for the nationwide live viewing of the Sari-Sari Store Advancement Program (SSSAP) Module 3: "e-Level Up
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CENTRAL VISAYAS – The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) continues to strengthen its efforts in empowering micro-entrepreneurs across the country through the Sari-Sari Store Advancement Program (SSSAP). The program’s third module, “e-Level Up ang Puhunan,” held on August 28, 2024, saw a notable increase in participation in Central Visayas,
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Cebu’s micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) made a strong presence at the 2024 DTI Bagong Pilipinas National Trade Fair, contributing to the growing recognition of sustainable and locally crafted products. The eight Cebu-based exhibitors generated a total of Php 1,821,875.00 in sales, marking a 16.9% increase from last year’s
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COMPOSTELA, CEBU – The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Cebu Provincial Office, in collaboration with the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Compostela, officially launched a new Negosyo Center on August 30, 2024. Located in the municipal hall, this center marks the 36th Negosyo Center in Cebu Province, further extending
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CEBU – The DTI Region 7 Central Visayas successfully conducted the first info session of the Philippine Export Development Plan (PEDP) 2023-2028: Cascading Government Programs and Services on August 20, 2024, in Cebu City. This info session, led by the Export Development Council (EDC), marks the beginning of a nationwide
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CEBU CITY, CEBU – The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) successfully launched its first Tatak Pinoy Act (TPA) Regional Forum on August 08-09, 2024, at the Marco Polo Plaza Hotel in Cebu City. Organized by DTI Region 7 Central Visayas in collaboration with the DTI’s Competitiveness and Innovation Group,
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CENTRAL VISAYAS – Over 940 sari-sari store owners from the region participated in the second session of the DTI Sari-Sari Store Advancement Program (SSSAP) on July 24, 2024. The five-module program, dubbed “Tindahan Mo, e-Level Up Mo!”, aims to equip ‘saripreneurs’ with essential knowledge and accelerate their business operations through
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CENTRAL VISAYAS – Some 98 MSMEs in the region received negosyo kits under DTI's Pangkabuhayan sa Pagbangon at Pag-Asenso (PPG) program in June 2024. These distributions coincided with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s visits to Negros Oriental on June 27 and Bohol on June 28, with a separate ceremony held
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In the heart of the enchanting island of Siquijor in the Philippines, there's a promising bakery that's making a big impact: Jainin's Cakes and Pastries. JAININ’S is a combination of her children’s nicknames, Jai and Niño. Founded by Ms. Josephine Chan Borromeo, a former OFW, a talented baker with a
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From the fields and farms all the way to your cup, Herba Monte has been passionate about connecting people with the power of organically grown produce from the rich soil of Negros Oriental. Herba Monte joyfully promotes the health and wellness of the community, with gratitude to the hardworking farmers
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Yvonne Dale Buenconsejo, a 35 year-old devoted mother of three from the emerging town of Dalaguete, Cebu, cherishes the tranquil mornings spent savoring a cup of coffee with her husband. Their ritual of sharing this precious time at 5 a.m., dubbed "babe time," became a cherished relationship goal. One particular
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