PH Outlines Efforts vs Harmful Alcohol Use at UN
NEW YORK 11 October 2018 – The discussions on public health took center stage at the high-level week of the 73rd session of the UN General Assembly on 28 September 2018,…
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PH Advocates for the Treatment, Cure of Childhood Cancer at UN
NEW YORK 11 October 2018 — The Philippines has expressed its commitment and strong support for the detection, treatment, and cure of pediatric cancer during an inaugural meeting on childhood…
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PH Underlines Solidarity with Developing Countries, Outlines Socio-Economic Priorities at G77 Meeting
NEW YORK 11 October 2018 – The Philippines underlined that the Philippines stands in firm solidarity with the Group of 77 in emphasizing the intricate nexus between peace and security…
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President Duterte calls for stronger ASEAN to achieve Sustainable Development Goals
BALI, Indonesia — President Rodrigo Roa Duterte on Thursday, October 11, urged the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) leaders to stand as a united and stronger regional community to…
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PH total exports up 4.1% in first half; DTI eyes stronger manufacturing base to sustain increase
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) reported that total exports of goods and services grew by 4.1% year-on-year (yoy) to USD 44.2 billion in the first half of 2018…
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DTI Mimaropa Sees P50-M Sales in 2018 Mimaropa Naturally Agri-Trade and Tourism Fair
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) MIMAROPA Region hopes to bag P50 million in sales in its fourth edition of MIMAROPA Naturally Agri-Trade and Tourism Fair slated on October…
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PH Embassy Conducts Migration, Women Empowerment Seminar
SANTIAGO 10 October 2018 — In order to make Filipino workers aware of their rights and responsibilities in Chile, the Philippine Embassy in Santiago organized a seminar on the new…
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FAO, Philippine Disaster Resilience Foundation to strengthen partnership on building more disaster-resilient Filipino communities
The ever-increasing threats from climate change, evidenced by the increasing severity and frequency of disasters, require concerted efforts to build and strengthen resilience of communities in countries most vulnerable and…
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Going Green: Sustainability Trends in the Hospitality Industry
Singapore, 11 October 2018 – With an increasing demand in the pursuit of natural and pristine sights, more travelers now desire to reduce on carbon footprints while seeking for an authentic…
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DTI set to Participate in China’s Largest Expo
As the Philippines’ main export and investment promotion agency, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has organized the country’s participation in the first China International Import Expo (CIIE) on…
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Asia Needs a Region-Wide Approach to Harness Fintech’s Full Potential
BALI, INDONESIA (11 October 2018) — Asia’s policy makers should strengthen cooperation to harness the potential of new financial technologies for inclusive growth. At the same time, they should work…
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PH Embassy in Iran Conducts Weekend All-in-One Service
TEHRAN 10 October 2018 – As part of its services to Filipino nationals in Iran, the Philippine Embassy in Tehran conducted a simultaneous and all-in-one weekend overseas voting registration, overseas…
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PH Embassy in Brussels Ends Overseas Voters’ Registration Drive
BRUSSELS 10 October 2018 – In a final push to maximize the number of Filipino overseas voters who can exercise their right to suffrage in 2019 midterm elections, the Philippine…
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Advocacy groups introduce proposed law to prohibit child marriage in the Philippines
Quezon City, October 11—A bill prohibiting the facilitation of child marriage or a marriage in which one or both spouses are below 18 and declaring it as a criminal act…
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OTOP Hub Opens in Zamboanga
The Department of Trade and Industry Regional Office IX launched the OTOP Philippine Hub at the KCCC Mall de Zamboanga. Known as the City of Flowers and is now one…
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President Duterte to push for inclusive, sustainable growth at ASEAN Leaders’ Gathering
BALI, Indonesia – President Rodrigo Roa Duterte arrived here Wednesday night to attend the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Leaders’ Gathering, where he is expected to highlight the importance…
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PH Ambassador to Canada Attends Dinner of Hope, Supports PWD
TORONTO 10 October 2018 — A Filipino-Canadian soldier delivered a speech about how he triumphed over his disability during a dinner lauding persons with disabilities, as the Philippine Embassy in…
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DOT welcomes Philippines’ three Condé Nast Traveler citations
MANILA, PHILIPPINES – The Department of Tourism (DOT) applauds the consistent ranking of the country’s tourist destinations at the Condé Nast Traveler (CNT) 2018 Readers’ Choice Awards. Siargao, Boracay, and…
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Albertans Donate for Typhoon Ompong Victims
CALGARY 10 October 2018 – The Philippine Consulate General in Calgary thanked the Philippine Business Society of Alberta (PBSA) for organizing the “Pinoy Breakfast” fundraising event for the victims of…
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PH Embassy in Nairobi Celebrates Third ASEAN Festival
NAIROBI 08 October 2018 — The Philippines’ rich and unique culture was showcased through food, handicrafts, music and dance during the Third ASEAN Festival at the Rosslyn Riviera Mall in…
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