The Philippines has emerged as the fastest-growing internet economy in Southeast Asia, based on the recent report by Google, Temasek, and Bain & Company. The 9th edition of the Google e-Conomy SEA Report showed a 20% growth of the overall digital economy based on Gross Merchandise Value, surging from $26 billion to $31 billion in 2024. […]
Author: Miguel Salamanca
The Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines’ (IPOPHL) 2nd Philippine International Copyright Summit (PICS) garnered strong support from 22 key public and private sectors. They collectively committed to advocating for Intellectual Property (IP) protection in safeguarding the nation’s creativity amidst the rise of artificial intelligence and digital content creation. IPOPHL Director General Rowel Barba highlighted […]
Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is prepared to assist local businesses impacted by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine through joint efforts with the private sector and various stakeholders. In line with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s directive for all government offices to take a proactive approach in addressing the impacts of Typhoon Kristine, DTI Secretary Cristina […]
Following the onset of Typhoon Kristine, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has issued a price freeze on basic necessities in areas under a state of calamity. As of October 22, 2024, Albay province and Magpet Town in Cotabato are currently under this declaration due to widespread floods and landslides. “Our on-the-ground regional […]
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), together with the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), Department of Science and Technology (DOST), and the Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation (RCBC), launched a nationwide initiative called “Timbangan ng Bayan” through a memorandum of understanding signed a day before Trade Secretary Fred Pascual stepped down from […]
Due to the damages caused by Super Typhoon Carina, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has automatically imposed a 60-day price freeze on basic necessities. This measure seeks to protect consumers from price gouging and ensure access to essential goods at reasonable prices during this crisis. “The DTI is fully committed to safeguarding the […]
Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Fred Pascual emphasized the crucial role of trademarks in fostering the growth and competitiveness of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) during the first Philippine Trademark Conference 2024. “Trademarks are more than just symbols of brand identity. They represent the integrity, quality, and reputation of businesses,” Pascual said. “Trademarks […]
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) announced a price freeze on basic necessities in the National Capital Region (NCR) following the declaration of a state of calamity by the Metro Manila Council (MMC) due to the devastating effects of Typhoon Carina and the southwest monsoon. “The price freeze, effective immediately, aims to protect consumers […]
Secretary Fred Pascual led the Department of Trade and Industry’s (DTI) 43rd anniversary celebration themed “43 Best Years of BLISS: Boundless Legacy of Integrity, Service, and Synergy.” Pascual highlighted the DTI’s unwavering commitment to ethical practices, exceptional service, and collaborative partnerships as the driving forces behind its achievements. “Ang ating dedikasyon sa etikal na gawain, […]
“The Tatak Pinoy Act envisions extending the sterling Filipino reputation to locally-made products and services. Our objective is to ensure that products bearing the label ‘Made in the Philippines’ stand as symbols of quality, innovation, and sustainability,” said Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Fred Pascual at the Tatak Pinoy Act Forum recently. Themed “Tatak Pinoy […]