Rider’s “Lifehack” Draws Criticism from DTI LIFEHACK – The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) called out a Move It rider for a viral social media post in which he admitted to withholding proper change from his passengers. The rider revealed that he intentionally claimed to lack small bills or coins for change below ₱30, … Read more
PBBM Appoints Cristina Aldeguer-Roque as Acting DTI Secretary ACTING DTI SEC. – President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has appointed Ma. Cristina Aldeguer-Roque as the Acting Secretary of the Department of Trade and Industry following the resignation of Secretary Alfredo Pascual. The Presidential Communications Office (PCO) announced this appointment on Friday, August 2. Aldeguer-Roque, previously an undersecretary, … Read more
DTI Backs Extended SIM Card Registration Deadline DTI – The Department of Trade and Industry called for an extension of the deadline for the SIM card registration in the Philippines. Users of SIM cards in the Philippines must register their SIM cards before April 26 to prevent its deactivation. It is now mandated by law. … Read more
DTI: “Yung noche buena price guide, that is not regulated by government kasi seasonal products ito.” DTI – The Department of Trade and Industry said that the price of Noche Buena products are “not regulated by government”. DTI reminded consumers that the government couldn’t regulate the prices of Noche Buena products even as those are … Read more
Here’s the price guide for Noche Buena products according to DTI NOCHE BUENA 2022 – The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) released a price guide for products consumed on the night before Christmas. The longest Christmas season is observed in the Philippines. Malls start playing Christmas music and selling Christmas decorations and gifts when … Read more
DTI: “Wag naman nilang gawin at may batas po tayo that will also allow us to run after those who take advantage of the situation.” DTI — The Department of Trade and Industry recently warned online sellers against taking advantage of fluctuation in the local currency. Trade Assistant Secretary Ann Claire Cabochan said during a … Read more
Here’s the SRP for school supplies as of today DTI – The Department of Trade and Industry has released the suggested retail price (SRP) for school supplies as of August 12, 2022. Last month, the Department of Education (DepEd) announced that the opening of classes for the school year 2022-2023 will be on August 22, … Read more
Labor Group SENTRO Urges Gov’t To Take Actions for Lower Cost of Living LABOR GROUP – SENTRO, a workers’ group, is calling on the Philippine government to lower the cost of living in the Philippines. A lot of Filipinos are financially struggling now. Many were greatly affected by the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. Several … Read more
DTI: “We are firm in enforcing these laws, especially on the requirement of price tags, to ensure consumers’ right to choose quality products at reasonable prices.” DTI — The Department of Trade and Industry has tightened the price tag rule on e-commerce. On Wednesday, the Department of Trade and Industry said that business owners and … Read more
Philippine government officials have met with SpaceX for the potential expansion of Starlink in the country, according to DTI. DTI — On Monday, the Department of Trade and Industry said that Philippine government officials have met with Elon Musk’s SpaceX for the potential expansion of Starlink to the Philippines. The agency said that Philippine officials, … Read more