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The Philippines rises up to rank 56th in the Global Innovation Index 2023

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) reported that the Philippines rose three notches in the latest Global Innovation Index (GII) 2023 rankings, ranking 56th overall. Over the past five…

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Australian businesses encouraged to invest in the Philippines

Adelaide, Australia — On October 9, 2023, Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Fred Pascual encouraged Australian firms to seize the stronger economic cooperation between the Philippines and Australia…

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Technology

Digital payment platforms welcomed for MSMEs

MAKATI CITY – On 21 September 2023, Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Fred Pascual led the signing of the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between DTI E-Commerce Division and…

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Philippine investment opportunities highlighted at Milken Asia Summit in Singapore

SINGAPORE — Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Fred Pascual highlighted the Philippines’ readiness to welcome global investors, emphasizing the nation’s strategic trade policies and investment priorities at the 10th…

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Entrepreneur

DTI launches One Ilocos Sur OTOP Hub; provides market platform for Ilocano MSMEs

Vigan, Ilocos Sur — On Sunday, 13 August 2023, Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Fred Pascual led the launching of the One Ilocos Sur One Town-One Product (OTOP)…

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The Economy

DTI welcomes Memorandum Circular approving the Philippine Export Development Plan 2023-2028

Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Fred Pascual expressed appreciation and gratitude for the President’s strong support to the implementation of the Philippine Export Development Plan (PEDP) 2023-2028 with…

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Entrepreneur

IFEX Philippines 2023 brings double export sales

The Country’s biggest international food and ingredients trade show organized by DTI-CITEM surpassed its record export sales from last year. The 16th International Food Exhibition (IFEX) Philippines, the country’s biggest…

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IFEX Philippines 2023 to feature the world’s best flavors from over 500 Philippine and international food exporters

The Philippines’ biggest international food and ingredients trade show is set to take place at the World Trade Center Metro Manila from May 26 to 28, 2023. The 16th IFEX…

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U.S. President Biden vows to strengthen economic cooperation with the Philippines; to send ‘one of its kind’ trade and investment mission

During the extended bilateral meeting between United States President Joe Biden and President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. together with Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Fred Pascual and other…

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Entrepreneur

Department of Trade and Industry’s Secretary Pascual pushes for greater public-private cooperation to assist tech startups

During the SCALE Launch: A Program on Building Resilient and Sustainable Tech Business held on 27 April 2023, Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Fred Pascual emphasized the vital…

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Entrepreneur

GO LOKAL X Manila canvas formally opens at Fort Santiago, Intramuros, Manila

Shopping locally has never been more relevant than it is today. As we all continue to navigate and recover from the impact of the pandemic, it is important that we…

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Entrepreneur

OTOP Philippines hub reopens at Laoag International Airport

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) in partnership with the provincial government of Ilocos Norte, and Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) re-launched the One Town One Product…

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Chinese businessmen eye more investment opportunities in the Philippines at the Global Construct City launching in Mexico, Pampanga

During the launch of Jinjiang Building Materials and Home Furnishing Exhibition Center at the Global Construct City (GCC) held on February 28, 2023 at Mexico City, Pampanga, Department of Trade…

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Department of Trade and Industry leads delegation of 26 Philippine exporters to strengthen market presence in Gulf Cooperation Council

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), through the Export Marketing Bureau (EMB) and the Philippine Trade and Investment Center (PTIC)-Dubai, organizes an Outbound Business Matching Mission (OBMM) to the…

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ProPak is back in Manila with over 250 exhibitors worldwide

Supported by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), Informa Markets successfully launched the physical comeback of ProPak Philippines in Manila this 2023 with more than 250 exhibitors across the…

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The Economy

PHP360 Billion offshore wind project in Ilocos Norte, on track – DTI Chief

Regarding the Philippines as one of the world’s best locations for offshore wind and moving up alongside some of the world’s most prominent players in renewable energy as more companies…

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The Economy

Philippines’ GDP grew by 7.6% in 2022, Beats 2022 Target

The Philippine government’s sustained economic recovery efforts and the Department of Trade and Industry’s (DTI) continuous investment facilitation has resulted to 7.2 percent Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth for the…

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The Economy

Trade Chief expressed support towards RCEP in WEF, highlighted impact on sustained upward economic growth trajectory

DAVOS, SWITZERLAND—Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Fred Pascual participated in several forums and discussions at the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland, which tackled crucial…

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DTI Secretary meets potential investors, boasts ease of doing business in the Philippines

World Economic Forum, Davos, Switzerland — On January 16, 2023, Trade and Industry Secretary Fred Pascual joined the Philippine Delegation led by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. at the 53rd edition…

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Technology

Digital transformation a top priority for small and medium enterprises

During the public launch of United States Agency for International Development’s (USAID) Strengthening Private Enterprise for the Digital Economy (SPEED) Activity, Trade and Industry Secretary Fred Pascual emphasized that one…

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The Philippines rises up to rank 56th in the Global Innovation Index 2023

Australian businesses encouraged to invest in the Philippines

Digital payment platforms welcomed for MSMEs

Philippine investment opportunities highlighted at Milken Asia Summit in Singapore

DTI launches One Ilocos Sur OTOP Hub; provides market platform for Ilocano MSMEs

DTI welcomes Memorandum Circular approving the Philippine Export Development Plan 2023-2028

IFEX Philippines 2023 brings double export sales

IFEX Philippines 2023 to feature the world’s best flavors from over 500 Philippine and international food exporters

U.S. President Biden vows to strengthen economic cooperation with the Philippines; to send ‘one of its kind’ trade and investment mission

Department of Trade and Industry’s Secretary Pascual pushes for greater public-private cooperation to assist tech startups

GO LOKAL X Manila canvas formally opens at Fort Santiago, Intramuros, Manila

OTOP Philippines hub reopens at Laoag International Airport

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Chinese businessmen eye more investment opportunities in the Philippines at the Global Construct City launching in Mexico, Pampanga

Department of Trade and Industry leads delegation of 26 Philippine exporters to strengthen market presence in Gulf Cooperation Council

ProPak is back in Manila with over 250 exhibitors worldwide

PHP360 Billion offshore wind project in Ilocos Norte, on track – DTI Chief

Philippines’ GDP grew by 7.6% in 2022, Beats 2022 Target

Trade Chief expressed support towards RCEP in WEF, highlighted impact on sustained upward economic growth trajectory

DTI Secretary meets potential investors, boasts ease of doing business in the Philippines

Digital transformation a top priority for small and medium enterprises

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