DOLE and DTI Collaborate to Boost Labor and Trade Ties
The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) and the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) held a partnership meeting last April 26, 2024, at the Sheraton Manila Bay Hotel in Manila. The meeting focused on operationalizing joint guidelines for the DOLE-DTI Initiative on Enterprise Development and Livelihood Assistance, particularly concerning the utilization of Negosyo Centers. […].....»»
Philippine exports surpass 100 bln USD in 2023
MANILA, April 1 (Xinhua) -- Philippine exports exceeded 100 billion U.S. dollars for the first time in 2023, with a total of 103.6 billion dollars, a 4.8 percent increase from 2022, the Philippines' Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) said Monday. Citing data from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), the country's central bank, DTI Secretary Alfredo Pascual said that the strong performance of the informatio.....»»
DTI Chief Pascual highlights Philippine investment opportunities at Milken Asia Summit in Singapore
DTI Secretary Fred Pascual highlighted the Philippines' readiness to welcome global investors, emphasizing the nation's strategic trade policies and investment priorities at the 10th Milken Institute Asia Summit held on September 14 in Singapore......»»
DTI monitoring bottled water prices in Baguio
The Department of Trade Industry (DTI) said that it is monitoring the prices of bottled water in Baguio City amid the increased demand for it following recorded cases of acute gastroenteritis in the city......»»
Philippines eyes stronger cooperation, economic ties with Germany
The Philippines and Germany are looking to step up cooperation in areas like minerals processing and investment financing to boost economic ties, according to the Department of Trade and Industry......»»
ABS-CBN, Netflix to collaborate on It s Okay To Not Be Okay Philippine adaptation
Fresh off the success of "Can't Buy Me Love," ABS-CBN and Netflix will collaborate yet again for the Philippine adaptation of "It's Okay To Not Be Okay.".....»»
BINI, Flow G to collaborate; BINI, SB19 next?
P-pop girl group BINI and rap sensation Flow G are set to collaborate for an upcoming Puregold campaign. .....»»
FACT CHECK: TUPAD job posts offering P800 daily salary are fake – DOLE
The DOLE Information and Publication Service Office says that these Facebook posts are spreading disinformation about the department’s TUPAD program.....»»
Dole nagpahimangno sa peke nga Tupad
Dole nagpahimangno sa peke nga Tupad.....»»
DOLE to provide support to enterprises, workers
DOLE to provide support to enterprises, workers.....»»
DOLE releases P4.7-M aid to TUPAD beneficiaries in Dumaguete
DOLE releases P4.7-M aid to TUPAD beneficiaries in Dumaguete.....»»
DOLE gives livelihood aid to Godod farmers
DOLE gives livelihood aid to Godod farmers.....»»
DOLE to protect ‘kasambahays’
DOLE to protect ‘kasambahays’.....»»
‘Trade with China should continue’
The Philippines should continue to pursue stronger trade ties with China despite rising tensions in the West Philippine Sea, according to the Federation of Filipino-Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry Inc. and the Department of Trade and Industry......»»
2.4M Dabawenyos working as of Oct 2023
The October 2023 Preliminary Employment report by the Philippine Statistics Authority-Davao Region (PSA-Davao) reveals that 64 percent of the 3.780 million Dabawenyos aged 15 and above are part of the labor force, indicating that 2.42 million individuals are employed. This represents a 1.8 percentage point increase from the previous year. The report also highlights a 97.1 percent employment rate in the Davao Region as of October 2023, with a 2.9 percent unemployment rate, lower than the national average. Despite this, the region still maintains the highest employment rate in the Philippines. Additionally, the report compares employment rates across different regions, with Soccsksargen, Barmm, Central Luzon, CAR, Caraga, Western Visayas, Cagayan Valley, Mimaropa, and Central Visayas surpassing the national average. The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (Barmm) records the highest labor force participation rate among 17 regions, while the Zamboanga Peninsula has the lowest rate. The data is collected through the Labor Force Survey (LFS) conducted quarterly and monthly by the PSA central office and its regional statistical services offices. The Davao Region, with nearly 6 million inhabitants, remains the 7th most populous region in the country......»»
Proposed EU Forced Labor Regulation Should Focus on Workers
European Union governments meeting today in Brussels to discuss a proposed ban on products linked to forced labor, should allow forced labor victims in companies' supply chains to receive remediation. Companies and business associations have called for remediation to be included in the draft.....»»
Eyewitnesses say military involved in abducting labor organizer
The fact-finding team on the disappearance of a labor organizer said that there are eyewitness reports that the Philippine military is involved. The post Eyewitnesses say military involved in abducting labor organizer appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
India, Philippines have seen very perceptible growth in recent times: Jaishankar
Manila [Philippines], March 26 (ANI): Hailing ties between India and the Philippines, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, who is on a visit to the Philippines on Tuesday, said that ties between Delhi and Manila have witnessed a very perceptible growth in recent times. Addressing a joint press briefing with Philippine Secretary of Foreign Affairs Enrique Manalo, Jaishankar said, "As you all know, India's ties with the.....»»
China s Xi lauds ties with Indonesia during president-elect visit
Chinese President Xi Jinping praised China's strong ties with Indonesia during a meeting Monday with President-elect Prabowo Subianto. Xi laid plans for regional peace and affirmed China's commitment to deepen maritime cooperation with Indonesia.State broadcaster CCTV reported that Xi told Prabowo that bilateral ties "have entered a new stage of jointly building a community with a shared future." He also added t.....»»
NZ welcomes Australia and Brazil to agreements
New Zealand has welcomed Australia to the Inclusive Trade Action Group (ITAG) and Australia and Brazil to the Global Trade and Gender Arrangement (GTAGA) Minister for Trade Todd McClay says. As the current chair of ITAG and GTAGA, Minister McClay hosted the signing ceremony and issued the Abu Dhabi Joint Statement on Sustainable and Inclusive Trade with fellow ITAG Ministers from Australi.....»»
Galleon trade sailors as first Filipino settlers in the United States
One of the first Filipino settlers in the United States were seafaring people who arrived as sailors and navigators on board Spanish ships during the Galleon trade. Manila galleon trade refers to the trade route between Acapulco and Manila that was operational from 1565 to 1815. The Spanish trading ships linked the Spanish Crown’s Viceroyalty.....»»