DTI heightens support for MSMEs and consumer welfare in Laguna

Laguna, Philippines—This month, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) continues its mission of empowering micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and protecting consumer rights through a series of significant initiatives that took place across the province. Leading the line-ups of projects, the Kadiwa ng Pangulo program was launched to reinforce the DTI’s commitment to … Read more

‘Rice-for-All’ program forcing retail prices down

The retail prices of rice across Metro Manila have decreased as a direct result of the Kadiwa ng Pangulo Rice-for-All program, according to the Presidential Communications Office (POC). In a statement, the PCO said that the Department of Agriculture (DA) and other stakeholders have confirmed that “the program made a dent in the staple’s price.” … Read more