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
Mandaluyong City, Philippines—Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Cristina A. Roque honored 30 exceptional national finalists and their academic institutions at the 58th Ten Outstanding Students of the Philippines (TOSP) Honoring Ceremony on April 27. Following President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s call for a “Bagong Pilipinas”—a country characterized by unity, innovation, and service—the ceremony continue reading : Secretary Roque hails TOSP awardees as future nation-builders, affirms DTI support for youth leadership
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—On April 15, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and the Department of Education (DepEd) collaborated on a significant initiative to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) development into the Philippines’ education system. Led by DTI Secretary Cristina A. Roque, the DTI donated 10 high-powered computers to the DepEd. This initiative aims to support continue reading : DTI, DepEd team up to innovate PH education
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”
When nurtured in a supportive environment, entrepreneurs flourish. Take the case of Marie Claire Bince, the entrepreneur behind Purple Craft and an embodiment of resilience and innovation. Marie Claire started Purple Craft CDO with a focus on scrapbooking. However, she had to quickly adapt and reinvent the business when the pandemic hit in 2020. “With continue reading : Women in Business: The Journey of Purple Craft
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
Iloilo City, Philippines—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and the Department of Education (DepEd) forged a partnership to strengthen youth entrepreneurship education, focusing on the 31 farm schools in Western Visayas. During a memorandum of agreement (MOA) signing ceremony at the DTI Region 6 office on March 26, both agencies committed to equip the continue reading : DTI, DepEd ink MOA to promote youth entrepreneurship in Western Visayas farm schools
Manila City, Philippines—”Today, we honor the heart and soul of the Philippine economy—our micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and our Partner Financial Institutions (PFIs) who have played a pivotal role in driving inclusive and sustainable growth across the country,” Department of Trade and Industry Secretary Cristina A. Roque pointed out during the 2025 MSME continue reading : DTI Chief spotlights Filipino entrepreneurs and financial institutions as key engines of economic growth
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