DTI, MINT College champion Malikhaing Pinoy: Music Business Masterclasses, empower 81 scholars to lead new era of Filipino music

Pasig City, Philippines—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), in partnership with Meridian International Business, Arts and Technology (MINT) College, celebrated the successful culmination of the Malikhaing Pinoy: Music Business Masterclasses with a graduation ceremony and concert held at the MINT College Pasig Campus on April 05. Driven by Filipino creativity and world-class professionalism, the continue reading : DTI, MINT College champion Malikhaing Pinoy: Music Business Masterclasses, empower 81 scholars to lead new era of Filipino music

Trade Chief touts stronger economic partnership with France, calls for increased investment in key sectors

Makati City, Philippines—The Philippines is actively courting increased French investment in high-growth sectors, offering attractive incentives and a streamlined business environment, according to Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Cristina A. Roque. Speaking at the Philippines-France Business Forum on April 11, Secretary Roque emphasized the country’s commitment to strengthening its economic ties with France continue reading : Trade Chief touts stronger economic partnership with France, calls for increased investment in key sectors

DTI, DOT seal landmark deal to empower MSMEs and revitalize local tourism

Makati City, Philippines—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and the Department of Tourism (DOT) have formalized a strategic alliance to bolster micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and promote tourism-linked industries nationwide. On April 07, DTI Secretary Cristina A. Roque and DOT Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) to strengthen continue reading : DTI, DOT seal landmark deal to empower MSMEs and revitalize local tourism

DTI, Benilde explore creative campus innovations at “Malikhaing Pinoy Chats”

Manila City, Philippines—On March 28, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), in collaboration with De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde, convened stakeholders for “Malikhaing Pinoy Chats: Building Creative Campuses”—a dialogue on the vital role of creative placemaking in higher education. Held at the Design + Arts Campus, the event gathered students, educators, government officials, continue reading : DTI, Benilde explore creative campus innovations at “Malikhaing Pinoy Chats”

Empowering Women, Elevating Creativity: BCD, CIDO celebrates women’s month with empowerment and creativity

Makati City, Philippines—On 31 March, the Bureau of Competitive Development (BCD) and Creative Industries Development Office (CIDO) culminated their Women’s Month celebration with a day dedicated to empowerment, creativity, and solidarity. This event highlighted the role of women in the creative industries, underscoring the importance of support, collaboration, and inclusivity, aligned with the theme, “Babae sa continue reading : Empowering Women, Elevating Creativity: BCD, CIDO celebrates women’s month with empowerment and creativity

DTI, French Embassy eye collaboration to unlock PH creative industry potential

Makati City, Philippines—On 25 March 2025, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) hosted a high-level meeting with the Cooperation and Cultural Action Department of the French Embassy to the Philippines. The meeting aimed to identify new opportunities for collaboration in the creative industries. Through its Creative Industries Development Office (CIDO), the DTI is dedicated continue reading : DTI, French Embassy eye collaboration to unlock PH creative industry potential

DTI showcases creativity and industry policies at Kultura Fest 2025

Muntinlupa City, Philippines—From February 26 to March 2, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), in collaboration with the Muntinlupa City Government, successfully hosted the Kultura Fest Philippine Trade Fair at Festival Mall, Filinvest City, Alabang. The fair showcased the rich heritage and entrepreneurial spirit of Filipino artisans and businesses through its “Kultura at Negosyo” continue reading : DTI showcases creativity and industry policies at Kultura Fest 2025

DTI conducts Malikhaing Pinoy Online Content Creation Class, champions Filipino creativity in digital storytelling

Makati City, Philippines—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) successfully concluded the Malikhaing Pinoy: Online Content Creation Class on February 7, equipping 23 scholars with knowledge and skills in online content creation. This four-day initiative aimed to harness Filipino creativity and promote culturally rich storytelling in the digital space. Facilitated by the Creative Industries Development continue reading : DTI conducts Malikhaing Pinoy Online Content Creation Class, champions Filipino creativity in digital storytelling

DTI honors 10 Western Visayas cities at 2024 Lunsod Lunsad Awards for innovative local growth projects

PASAY CITY – The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) honored ten cities from Western Visayas at the 2024 Lunsod Lunsad Ceremonial Awarding held on August 6, 2024 at the Philippine Trade Training Center. The event recognized outstanding creative proposals aimed at driving socio-economic growth through local creative sectors. The awardees from Western Visayas include continue reading : DTI honors 10 Western Visayas cities at 2024 Lunsod Lunsad Awards for innovative local growth projects

DTI partners with local government to push for creative industries in MIMAROPA

Likhai Marinduque, the very first culture and arts festival in the MIMAROPA region, kicked off on Friday, November 10, 2023, across the province of Marinduque. Hundreds of artists, students, and other art enthusiasts from around the province and nearby cities and municipalities gathered for the three-day festival. The event hosted various workshops on painting, songwriting, continue reading : DTI partners with local government to push for creative industries in MIMAROPA