Gatchalian: P500 Noche Buena budget ‘not realistic’
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian said the P500 Noche Buena budget is unrealistic for Filipino families, countering Trade Secretary Cristina Roque’s statement that it…
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DTI chief announces overhaul of PCAB; 15 contractors under probe
DTI Secretary Ma. Cristina Aldeguer-Roque announced major reforms in the Philippine Contractors Accreditation Board, including appointing new members barred…
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DTI to decide on safeguard duty for cement imports by 14 October
The Department of Trade and Industry is set to decide by October 14 whether to impose a ₱349 per metric ton safeguard duty on imported cement following the…
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Phl aviation school to open in Cambodia
WCC Aerotech University to rise in Phnom Penh under a WCC–OCIC deal, bringing Filipino aviation training to Cambodia and ASEAN’s growing pilot demand.
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Roque urges creatives to tap SB Corp loans for low-interest financing
Trade Secretary Cristina Roque urged creatives to avail SB Corp loans as DTI launched the Malikhaing Pinoy website and registry at MPEx, aligning with RA 11904…
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Trade chief confirms PCAB resignations
Trade Secretary Cristina Roque confirmed the resignation of top PCAB officials as the agency faces controversy over revoked licenses of nine Discaya-owned…
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DTI unveils new programs to strengthen Philippine retail industry
DTI Secretary Cristina Roque unveiled key programs at the 31st NRCE to boost Philippine retail, including support for MSMEs, logistics reforms, and job…
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Philippine exports surge 26.1% in June, second-best in two years
Philippine exports rose by 26.1% in June 2025 to $7.02 billion, marking the second-highest growth in two years, driven by strong demand for mineral, machinery,…
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SBCorp launches mobile app to ease MSME loan process
SBCorp launches SBCorp Money mobile app to simplify MSME loan access, addressing fears of debt and high interest rates. The app integrates e-KYC using PhilSys…
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BOI: Manufacturing sector grows 4.9% in May, boosts jobs
The Philippines' manufacturing sector posted 4.9% growth in May 2025, the fastest in 10 months, driven by food and transport subsectors. Trade Secretary…
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DTI blocks sardine price hike
Trade Secretary Cristina Roque pushes back against a proposed ₱3 increase in canned sardine prices, urging manufacturers to hold off amid rising tin costs and…
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