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This grand celebration of Filipino craftsmanship concluded amid a historic, sizzling boom in the country’s export performance.
The electric hum of success that filled the second floor of the SMX Convention Center Manila has finally drawn to a triumphant close, leaving behind a trail of sweet ube, premium calamansi, and the undeniable aroma of economic victory.
The recently concluded Philippine Exporters’ Trade Exposition & Forum 2026 transformed Pasay City into the ultimate epicenter of local ingenuity, drawing packed crowds to Function Rooms 3–5.
More than 300 stellar exhibitors took center stage, beautifully demonstrating how world-class Filipino products and services are successfully capturing the global stage. It proved to be a vibrant, high-energy hub where local visionaries actively locked arms with international buyers, strategic partners and export enablers to seal powerful commercial partnerships.
This grand celebration of Filipino craftsmanship concluded amid a historic, sizzling boom in the country’s export performance.
Fresh preliminary data from the Philippine Statistics Authority validated the event’s triumphant energy, revealing that merchandise exports had skyrocketed to a staggering $9.87 billion in September alone — marking an astronomical 35.6 percent leap from the previous year and standing proud as the highest monthly export value recorded since 1991.
“Our record export performance shows what Philippine industries can deliver,” shared Trade and Industry Secretary Cristina A. Roque, emphasizing the administration’s commitment under President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to help enterprises enter new markets. “Every new order can fuel production, provide jobs, and bring income to more Filipino communities.”
The multi-day event was experiencing a beautifully curated showcase in modern Pinoy lifestyle and global trade. The exposition effortlessly bridged business and style. The crown jewels of the floor were the specialized Coconut Philippines and Halal Philippines pavilions, which stood proudly alongside emerging export favorites like luscious mangoes and sustainable bamboo.
Driven by the DTI’s targeted export promotions and extensive global network, the closing of this landmark exposition marks a defining moment where the very best of Filipino culture and lifestyle successfully claimed its rightful place in the hearts of global markets.