Makati City, Philippines—On April 28, Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Cristina A. Roque backed the signing of a memorandum of understanding between the Bureau of Competitive Development and the IT and Business Process Association of the Philippines (IBPAP). Following President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s directive under the “Bagong Pilipinas” governance agenda, the initiative continue reading : Trade Chief welcomes pact to elevate quality in PH IT-BPM sector
Makati City, Philippines — The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) emphasized the importance of responsible and inclusive artificial intelligence (AI) development during the Financial Executives Institute of the Philippines (FINEX) General Membership Meeting held last 23 April 2025. Speaking before an audience of financial executives, corporate leaders, and government partners, DTI – Competitiveness and continue reading : DTI Highlights AI as a Driver of Innovation and Investment at 4th FINEX General Membership Meeting
Makati City, Philippines—Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Cristina A. Roque underscored the transformative role of the Corporate Recovery and Tax Incentives for Enterprises to Maximize Opportunities for Reinvigorating the Economy (CREATE MORE) law in strengthening the Philippines’ manufacturing sector. During a high-level forum on March 28, Secretary Roque emphasized the law’s expanded scope, continue reading : DTI Secretary Roque: CREATE MORE law key to transforming PH manufacturing sector
Makati City, Philippines—The Philippines is a dynamic, open, and resilient partner, ready to collaborate with American companies for sustained regional expansion and shared prosperity. Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Cristina A. Roque made this statement during the American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) of the Philippines on March 19. “The Philippines and the United continue reading : Roque: Philippines ready for US investment, promotes sustainable partnerships
Parañaque City, Philippines—First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos spearheaded Go Negosyo’s Inspiring Filipina Entrepreneurs 2025 awarding ceremony on March 15. At the event, Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Cristina A. Roque emphasized the agency’s vow to empower women in the business sector. Under the theme “Women Breaking Boundaries,” the summit celebrated the pivotal role of continue reading : DTI Chief highlights women-led initiatives at Go Negosyo Women Summit 2025
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 them with international buyers and continue reading : DTI, MR. D.I.Y. Malaysia expands market opportunities for local enterprises
Makati City, Philippines––The Department of Trade and Industry-Construction Industry Authority of the Philippines (DTI-CIAP) formalized a memorandum of agreement (MOA) with the National Security Council (NSC) on February 21 to establish a comprehensive assessment of national security threats in construction projects. With the Philippine Contractors Accreditation Board (DTI-CIAP-PCAB) as a witness, the MOA aims to continue reading : DTI inks MOA with NSC, strengthens security framework for construction projects
Manila City, Philippines—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), in collaboration with the British Council Philippines, hosted an in-country session of the ASEAN-UK Creative Economy (ACE) Hybrid Creative Economy Policy Training Programme on February 12 at the First United Building in Escolta Street. Developed by the British Council, in partnership with Cultural Associates Oxford, the program continue reading : DTI, British Council host immersive creative placemaking session in Escolta
General Santos City, Philippines—Coco Island, a rising local enterprise specializing in high-quality coconut-based products, marked a significant milestone with the groundbreaking ceremony for its first processing facility on February 10. This initiative is set to enhance production, promote sustainability, drive regional economic growth, and ultimately boost the coconut industry in Region 12. From its beginnings continue reading : DTI-backed Coco Island breaks ground on first processing facility, eyes major boost for R12 coco industry
Laguna, Philippines—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), along with other national government agencies,showed its full support for the Kadiwa ng Pangulo (KNP) at the Alaminos Municipal Hall on February 07. The KNP aims to eliminate market layers by allowing farmers to sell directly to consumers. This initiative also connects micro, small, and medium enterprises continue reading : DTI, gov’t agencies connect farmers and consumers at Kadiwa ng Pangulo in Alaminos