DTI destroys Php 110.7M worth of unsafe automotive batteries
Valenzuela City, Philippines—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) led the ceremonial destruction of Php110,737,674.00 worth of violative lead-acid storage batteries at a waste disposal facility in Valenzuela City on June 13, reinforcing its commitment to consumer protection and product safety enforcement. A total of 21,403 lead-acid storage batteries were formally ordered for disposal by the DTI Fair Trade Enforcement Bureau (FTEB) for lacking mandatory Philippine Standard (PS) marks and Import Commodity Clearance (ICC) stickers—certification labels that guarantee product quality and consumer safety. This action ...
DTI safeguards affordable school supplies for students
Manila City, Philippines—On June 15, eve of the official school opening, Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Ma. Cristina A. Roque led a focused market inspection on school supplies in Divisoria and Avenida to ensure access to affordable and sufficient back-to-school essentials. "Under President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s Bagong Pilipinas agenda, the DTI is committed to easing the financial burden on families during the back-to-school season," stated Secretary Cristina A. Roque. "Our consistent presence in key commercial hubs like Divisoria, Baclaran, and now Binondo, ...
DTI rolls out AI chatbot to fast-track business services, cut red tape
Makati City, Philippines—On June 09, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) launched a new artificial intelligence (AI)-powered web interface. This initiative aims to automate frontline services and simplify regulatory compliance by streamlining business licensing and accreditation processes nationwide. “Aligned with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s call for a more responsive government, the DTI is leveraging digitization through this new FAI chatbot to cut red tape, improve access, and empower businesses under the ‘Bagong Pilipinas’ vision,” said DTI Secretary Cristina A. Roque. This digital assistant leverages ...
DTI: School supplies stay affordable, accessible
Parañaque City, Philippines—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) announced that prices and supply of school essentials remain stable and accessible as the new school year approaches. DTI Secretary Cristina A. Roque, who chairs the National Price Coordinating, affirmed this during a monitoring activity at Baclaran market on June 8. “Every Filipino child deserves the chance to learn without their parents worrying about whether they can afford the basics,” said Secretary Roque. “Under President Marcos' leadership, Bagong Pilipinas means school supplies within reach, a fairer ...
DTI secures Divisoria school supplies for reasonable prices as classes near
Manila City, Philippines—With the traditional academic calendar returning and classes set to begin in June, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has intensified its efforts to ensure affordable and reasonably priced school supply. On June 1, DTI Secretary Cristina A. Roque led a comprehensive inspection of various stores in Divisoria Market, a popular hub for school essentials. The heightened monitoring followed the release of the “Gabay sa Pamimili ng School Supplies”, a comprehensive consumer price guide designed to help parents and students make informed ...
DTI confirms BNPC price stability with full SRP compliance in Muntinlupa sweep
Muntinlupa City, Philippines—Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary and National Price Coordinating Council (NPCC) Chair Cristina A. Roque affirmed the stable prices and sufficient supply of basic necessities and prime commodities. This came during the agency’s intensified price and supply monitoring in public markets and grocery stores on May 29. “Under the leadership of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., the DTI is working tirelessly to make sure that no Filipino family is left worrying about whether they can afford their next meal. By keeping a ...
DTI nets PHP 134.4M in uncertified electrical products since 2023, ramps up enforcement for National Electrical Safety Month
Makati City, Philippines—In a strong move to protect Filipino consumers from fire and electrocution risks, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has seized PHP 134.4 million worth of uncertified and potentially dangerous electrical and electronic products since 2023. This significant haul includes a total of 382,290 units of lighting equipment, wiring cables and devices, consumer electronics, and household appliances, all confiscated for lacking the mandatory Philippine Standard Quality and/or Safety Mark, and the Import Commodity Clearance stickers. “In observance of National Electrical Safety Month ...
