Quezon City, Philippines—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and the Philippine Franchise Association (PFA) signed a three-year memorandum of understanding (MOU) on April 30. This memorandum will facilitate the implementation of the NxtGen in Franchising Philippines program from 2025 to 2027. This program is designed to equip micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) with continue reading : DTI, PFA partner to expand franchising opportunities for Filipino enterprises
Pasay City, Philippines—Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Cristina A. Roque spotlighted the Philippine franchising sector’s strong potential to drive national economic growth by accelerating MSME expansion and creating thousands of sustainable jobs for Filipinos. In her speech in today’s Franchise Asia PH 2025, the DTI chief said, “At the DTI, we recognize franchising continue reading : Franchising to fuel Philippine economic growth, drive MSME expansion and job creation – DTI
Makati City, Philippines—On April 10, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) facilitated the Manila visit of POP MART International Group—a global leader in character-based entertainment and designer toy culture. The company explored business opportunities such as retail expansion, investment strategies, and collaborations with Filipino creatives. Facilitated by the DTI’s Philippine Trade and Investment Center continue reading : DTI backs POPMART expansion, supports entry into PH market