The Philippines is a country of diverse talents. One of the many indicators of this is how Filipino MSMEs parade creativity and craftsmanship with their proudly local products. From everyday staples and necessities to products that one would consider a luxury, name it and it’s highly likely that...
A purchase may seem trivial, but the collective effort to patronize local products spurs patriotism and love of country. Fortunately, some Filipino MSME owners are seeing an optimistic trend, with more local consumers looking to buy their products. Majority of local MSMEs in the country are also...
For your fashion fixes, make sure to visit this e-store. Alexis Marriane Macariola's bowler blouse and linen pants and Dinnes Obusan's Takay terno top With boutique closures, no live runway shows, and no collection launches in the early months of community quarantine, it has been tough for Filipino...
Secretary Ramon M. Lopez Department of Trade and Industry We should never think small when we talk about micro, small, medium enterprises (MSMEs). The implementation of stricter health lockdowns in the first quarter of 2020 to prevent the spread of COVID-19 had severely affected businesses,...
The “Go Lokal!” program of the Duterte administration since 2016 has brought over a thousand micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) into the mainstream markets. Trade and Industry Secretary Ramon M. Lopez said that through the “Go Lokal” program, 275 MSMEs were given the...
Homes are built as a sanctuary, while offices are designed for productivity. But in these times, bedrooms, dining spaces, and even the oddest corners of the room, must now have the flexibility to be converted into functional spaces for working and learning. The Silid collection curated by Common...
True to its mandate of assisting micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in the Philippines to stand on their own and find their niche in the local and international markets, the Department of Trade and Industry has been at the forefront of bolsteringthe growth of Filipino MSMEs by...
The COVID-19 global pandemic is sorely testing our people's resolve to create a better life for themselves. SECRETARY RAMON LOPEZ Department of Trade and Industry (Photo by Mr Mark Ches Ang) This isn't surprising as the pandemic has shaken even the world’s strongest economies. That's why we at...
Putting up a business is not an easy feat but these young Filipino entrepreneurs continue to overcome the many challenges of a business along with what this year has to offer. What drives them is the synergy of business and purpose: to promote local products. Learn more about their stories below....
ICYDK, January is Philippine Tropical Fabrics Month In the time when cultural appropriation is among the many issues being called out in the world, it is pretty inspiring to see that the Philippines is hitting the nail on the head in bringing the country’s vibrant weaving culture to the center...
Go green, go local ! Sustainable living has evolved from being just a fad to a collective movement which some Filipinos have seriously embraced. For those who have included adapting to a zero-waste lifestyle in their list of new year’s resolutions, here’s a quick list of local products that can...
The country’s Micro, Small to Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) has always been described as the lifeblood of the country’s business landscape that largely supports and spurs economic development and helps generate wide-scale employment. As of May 2019, 99.56 percent of business...
