Tag: DTI

Senator Bam Aquino has once again criticized the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), raising concerns that a proposed regulation requiring permits for advertisements and promotional campaigns could create an additional bureaucratic burden for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and online sellers.

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is currently reviewing petitions for modest price increases on canned sardines as manufacturers face rising fuel and logistics costs, Trade Secretary Cristina Roque said Monday.

The Philippines made a bold statement in the global sustainable fashion scene, raking in over USD322,000 in export sales at the Hong Kong Fashion and Home Expo 2026. Led by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and CITEM, the delegation showcased the country’s unique blend of heritage, innovation, and eco-conscious design.

The Philippines and the United Arab Emirates are ramping up economic and technology ties under their newly signed Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), with artificial intelligence, critical infrastructure, and cross-border investments emerging as key pillars of cooperation.

The Philippines is moving to deepen cooperation with Israel on critical minerals processing and artificial intelligence (AI), aiming to climb higher in the global technology value chain.