In a record-breaking haul, the Department of Trade and Industry's (DTI) Task Force Kalasag (TFK), in collaboration with the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI), seized nearly P94 million worth of automotive-related products from a warehouse in Quezon City. In a statement on Wednesday, Sept. 18,...
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) said it is committed to attract foreign investment and fostering a conducive business environment, particularly for "new generation" industries. Acting Secretary Cristina A. Roque met with representatives from Marubeni Corp. on September 12 to...
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is courting Japanese manufacturing giant MinebeaMitsumi Inc. to expand its investments in the Philippines. The move is part of the government's broader strategy to attract foreign capital and boost the country's economic growth. During a recent...
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has suspended the sale of several vape brands for possible violation of the Vaporized Nicotine and Non-Nicotine Products Regulation Act, or vape law. In a statement on Saturday, Sept. 7, the DTI said that affected brands include SHFT Dr. Freeze, Aerogin...
The Philippine creative industries are a vibrant fusion of tradition and innovation, showcasing the country's rich cultural heritage alongside contemporary artistic expression. Spanning music, film, visual arts, and fashion, these industries play a role in the economy while serving as platforms for...
Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Acting Secretary Ma. Christina Roque the integration of Trade, Technology & Tourism (3T’s) into her five-point micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSME) plan. At the 2024 Metro Manila Business Conference (MMBC), Roque presented her five-point plan,...
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has recently granted its Seal of Legitimacy or the Seal to DXN International Private Ltd., a multi-level marketing (MLM) firm originated in Malaysia that expanded to over 180 countries including the Philippines, which promotes and distributes health food...
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) said establishing a national food hub at the Clark airport complex in Pampanga would enhance food security, boost supply chain efficiency, and stimulate economic growth. In a statement, DTI Undersecretary Mary Jean Pacheco said that creating a food hub...
CEBU CITY – The municipality of Caibiran in Biliran province was recognized during the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Creative Cities and Municipalities Congress on Saturday, Aug. 23, at the Manila Hotel. MAYOR Rhodessa Delante-Revita (center) receives a trophy after the municipality...
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has issued 43 notices of violations (NOVs) to companies that did not comply with the mandated price freeze in the wake of Typhoon Carina and the southwest monsoon. In a statement on Wednesday, Aug. 21, DTI Acting Secretary Ma. Cristina A. Roque said that...
Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Acting Secretary Ma. Cristina A. Roque has outlined initiatives designed to strengthen the country’s manufacturing sector, create jobs, foster innovation, and stimulate economic growth. In a statement on Wednesday, Aug. 21, Roque announced her plan to...
The Department of Trade and Industry's (DTI) enforcement unit has ramped up its operations in the first half of the year focused on seizing unsafe products and ensuring compliance with the newly implemented Vape Law. According to the Fair Trade Enforcement Bureau (FTEB), the DTI’s Task Force...