The Philippine Exporters Confederation, Inc. (PHILEXPORT), has set a more ‘realistic’ $110 billion target for exports in 2025, reflecting a more feasible approach given the current circumstances. In an interview, PHILEXPORT President Sergio R. Ortiz-Luis Jr. pointed out that, despite this goal, exporters are struggling to thrive, and they are ‘living through chance’ due to a lack of government support. This lack of budget for Philippine exporters has kept them from participating in international fairs and limited the support for product and export development and promotions.
Continue reading “PHILEXPORT National sets $110 billion goal for 2025 export target”PCCI Education Committee tackles implementation challenges of Enterprise-Based Education and Training Act
On January 30, 2025, the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) held its first Education Committee Meeting to discuss the newly enacted Enterprise-Based Education and Training (EBET) Framework Act (RA No. 12063). The law aims to enhance workforce skills by aligning education with industry needs, addressing job-skills mismatches, and strengthening private-sector collaboration.
Continue reading “PCCI Education Committee tackles implementation challenges of Enterprise-Based Education and Training Act”BOC-NAIA holds first CICAC general assembly for 2025, strengthens industry collaboration
The Bureau of Customs-Ninoy Aquino International Airport (BOC-NAIA), led by District Collector Atty. Yasmin O. Mapa, convened its first General Assembly with the Customs Industry Consultative and Advisory Council (CICAC) for 2025.
The assembly provided key updates from 2024, highlighting BOC-NAIA’s border protection efforts and the total number of seized goods by commodity from January to December. Confiscated items included drugs, foreign and local currencies, medicines, and other regulated products.
Continue reading “BOC-NAIA holds first CICAC general assembly for 2025, strengthens industry collaboration”National Exporters’ Week highlights sustainability as key to the future of Philippine exports
The National Exporters’ Week, themed “Sustainability: Shaping the Future of Philippine Exports,” successfully concluded its annual celebration from December 2-6, 2024, at Conrad Manila, Pasay City. The event was spearheaded by the Department of Trade and Industry – Export Marketing Bureau (DTI-EMB), in partnership with the Export Development Council (EDC) and the Philippine Exporters Confederation, Inc. (PHILEXPORT).
Continue reading “National Exporters’ Week highlights sustainability as key to the future of Philippine exports”ARTA and WBG collaborates on the Business-Ready initiative
The Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) has partnered with the World Bank Group (WBG) to elevate the Philippines’ ranking within the top 20 percent of the Business Ready (B-READY) report. The report is developed by the WBG, the new corporate flagship publication that assesses the business environment of economies worldwide.
ARTA has been designated by the Office of the President as the Government Focal Point for the B-READY initiative. ARTA will coordinate with government agencies, WBG, and the private sector to implement and integrate recommendations based on the results and assessment.
Continue reading “ARTA and WBG collaborates on the Business-Ready initiative”Final Push for Exports: PEDP 2023-2028 culminates in Angeles City
The Department of Trade and Industry – Export Marketing Bureau (DTI-EMB), the Export Development Council (EDC), and the Philippine Exporters Confederation, Inc. (PHILEXPORT) concluded the final Usapang Exports Information Session on the Philippine Export Development Plan (PEDP) 2023-2028: Cascading Government Programs and Services. The event was held on November 14, 2024, at Best Western Plus Metro Clark, Angeles City, Pampanga.
Continue reading “Final Push for Exports: PEDP 2023-2028 culminates in Angeles City”Revive and Thrive: DTI launches zero-interest loans to boost typhoon-hit MSMEs
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) recently launched the Enterprise Rehabilitation Financing(ERF) Program through the Small Business Corporation to support businesses impacted by Typhoon Kristine. Targeting micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), the program offers financial relief for exporters and other businesses seeking to rebuild and strengthen their operations post-disaster.
Continue reading “Revive and Thrive: DTI launches zero-interest loans to boost typhoon-hit MSMEs”Navigating the Digital Age: A new vision of cross- border trade
The recent seminar on cross-border trade hosted by InterCommerce at the Makati Shangri-La Hotel brought together key players from the Pan Asian e-Commerce Alliance (PAA). The event focused on the transformative role of digital innovation in global trade and underscored the importance of international collaboration to address emerging challenges.
Accelerating Digital Transformation in Trade
Central to the discussions was the Framework Agreement on Cross-Border Paperless Trade Facilitation, which aims to streamline customs processes and reduce bureaucratic barriers. By adopting advanced technologies, countries can expedite goods movement, enhance efficiency, and lower costs, significantly benefiting businesses involved in global trade.
Breaking Barriers: How digital innovation is revolutionizing cross-border trade
A transformative seminar on enabling cross-border trade, hosted by InterCommerce at the Makati Shangri-La Hotel, convened leaders from the Pan Asian e-Commerce Alliance (PAA) and key stakeholders. The discussions unveiled groundbreaking solutions to challenges in global trade, highlighting digital innovation and international collaboration as the way forward.
Continue reading “Breaking Barriers: How digital innovation is revolutionizing cross-border trade”SAVE THE DATE
Mark your calendars for the National Exporters’ Week (NEW) 2024, happening from December 2-6, 2024, at Conrad Manila, Pasay City.
With the theme “Sustainability: Shaping the Future of Philippine Exports,” this year’s NEW highlights the important role of sustainable practices in driving long-term competitiveness and growth in Philippine exports.
NEW 2024 will feature a variety of thematic sessions, forums, exhibitions showcasing export products, and tools from Philippine exporters, and enablers. The week culminates with the National Export Congress (NEC), a platform for collaboration and strategy-building in line with the Philippine Export Development Plan 2023-2028.
See you there!