The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has announced stricter regulations for vaporized nicotine and non-nicotine products (VNNDPs) and heated tobacco products (HTPs) in the country. In a statement, the DTI said this move comes through amendments to the Implementing Rules and Regulations...
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is optimistic about a potential partnership with Masdar, a leading global renewable energy company, to boost the Philippines' renewable energy sector. In a recent meeting, DTI Secretary Cristina A. Roque met with top executives from Masdar to discuss...
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is working to finalize a comprehensive economic partnership agreement (CEPA) with the United Arab Emirates (UAE), a move aimed at strengthening economic ties between the two nations. DTI Secretary Cristina A. Roque recently met with the UAE's Minister of...
President Marcos has appointed Jaime Alfonso Antonio Eder Zobel de Ayala as Member of the Department of Trade and Industry’s Inter-Agency Investment Promotion Coordination Committee. Zobel will be Private Sector Representative from the National Capital Region for a term of three years, said...
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,...
Six Filipino brands secured over 100 trade leads during the Philippines’ first participation in the franchising and business Expo in Melbourne, Australia, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) said. The DTI reported that Avocadoria, BENCH, The Cabalen Group, Miguelitos Ice Cream, Oryspa, and...
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) wants to boost trade and investment opportunities with AEON Retail Co., Ltd., Japan's largest retailer, to strengthen economic ties between the two countries. Acting DTI Secretary Cristina A. Roque recently met with executives from AEON Retail Co., Ltd. to...
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) is stepping up its efforts to make the Philippines a leading logistics hub in Asia, in line with President Ferdinand Marcos' goal. During the SCMAP Supply Chain Conference 2024, DTI Undersecretary Jean Pacheco outlined their comprehensive strategy to...
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...
