REGION 7 NEWS
Cebu City, Philippines—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) successfully connected 16 Cebu-based micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) with MR. D.I.Y. Malaysia, a leading home improvement retailer, during a business-to-business (B2B) market matching session on February 14. This initiative underscores the DTI's commitment to boosting local businesses by connecting
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Cebu City, Philippines—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), in partnership with PortCalls, will hold the 4th Visayas Shipping Conference and Exhibit at the City Sports Club on 27 February. This one-day event, themed “Visayas Trade Logistics: Navigating a Competitive Landscape,” will address key issues facing logistics industry and highlight
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CEBU CITY — Oh My Genie! Crazy Fast (OMG!), a Cebu-based startup redefining delivery systems in the ASEAN region, has been awarded First Prize at the ASEAN-India Startup Festival 2024. The prestigious event, held from November 28 to 30 at Taj Vivanta in Dwarka, New Delhi, showcased the region’s most
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CEBU CITY — DTI Cebu launched the Sinulog Fiesta Fair 2025 on Wednesday, January 15, bringing together key stakeholders to celebrate the ingenuity and entrepreneurial spirit of Cebu’s micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). Leading the opening ceremony were DTI-7 Assistant Regional Director Esperanza Transfiguracion L. Melgar, DTI-Cebu OIC Provincial
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CEBU, November 2024 — DTI Cebu recognized top local government units (LGUs) during its 2024 Cities and Municipalities Competitiveness Index (CMCI) Provincial Awards held at the Golden Prince Hotel & Suites, Cebu City. The event honored the outstanding accomplishments of LGUs in Cebu, emphasizing their achievements in fostering economic dynamism,
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METRO MANILA – The vibrant creative spirit of Central Visayas took center stage as DTI Region 7 officially opened the Fiesta Haraya: Visayas and Mindanao Leg during the Christmas Village 2024 at MegaTrade Hall 2-3, SM Megamall, Mandaluyong City. This five-day event, running from November 30 to December 4, 2024,
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CEBU – Cebu-assisted entrepreneurs of DTI's One Town, One Product (OTOP) program, or "OTOPreneurs," proudly displayed a selection of their finest local products at the cultural event for the delegates of the 59th Conference of Directors General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) Asia and Pacific Regions, held on October 17, 2024
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CEBU – Sixteen (16) dedicated Cebuano entrepreneurs from various parts of the province of Cebu proudly celebrated their graduation from the Kapatid Mentor ME (KMME) Program, marking a significant milestone in their business journeys and an inspiring chapter for Cebu’s thriving entrepreneurial landscape. The intimate yet impactful ceremony highlighted the
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CEBU – The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Cebu Provincial Office, in collaboration with the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Carmen, officially launched a new Negosyo Center at the Municipal Hall on October 28, 2024. This marks the 37th Negosyo Center in Cebu Province, furthering DTI’s mission to make
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CEBU – Two Cebu-based exporters made waves at the renowned Manila FAME 2024, as Bon-Ace Fashion Tools, Inc. and Finali Furniture and Home Accessories Co. bagged three out of the five major awards for product design at the prestigious KATHA Awards, further solidifying Cebu's position as a powerhouse of creativity
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