DTI - 1Bataan

01
Dec

Roman’s Farmer Cooperation & Empowerment Act advances in House Panel

Mhike Cigaral / 5 months
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2 min read

Bataan First District Rep. Tony Roman III announced the approval of House Bill 608, or the Farmer Cooperation and Empowerment Act, by the House Committee on Agriculture and Food — a major step toward strengthening support systems for Filipino farmers facing rising production costs, low farmgate prices, and limited market access. The proposed measure seeks […]

24
Oct

Subic Bay Freeport launches Business Acceleration Hub and Angel Investor Network

Mhike Cigaral / 6 months
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3 min read

This premier economic zone has strengthened its position as a center for innovation and entrepreneurship with the launching of the SBMA Business Acceleration Hub and the Subic Bay Angel Investor Network at the Subic Bay Exhibition and Convention Center (SBECC) on October 20, 2025. The new initiatives are designed to attract investors, accelerate startup growth, […]

24
Sep

Roman bats for young innovators as Bataan eyes startup growth

Mhike Cigaral / 7 months
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2 min read

Bataan 1st District Representative Tony Roman III spearheaded the 1Bataan Innovation Council Meeting last September 18, bringing together provincial officials, educators, business leaders, and members of the technology sector to map out strategies for building a stronger startup ecosystem in the province. The council also finalized preparations for the first-ever Bataan Startup Summit in […]

08
Sep

Roman pushes bill aligning jobs with regional strengths

Mhike Cigaral / 8 months
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2 min read

Bataan 1st District Representative Tony Roman III has authored House Bill 612, or the Industrial Strategy and Workforce Alignment Act, a measure that seeks to align skills training with the unique economic strengths of every region in the Philippines. Congressman Roman emphasized that a “one-size-fits-all” approach to job creation does not work, noting that […]

DTI Bataan Hosts Business Seminar for MSMEs

04
Sep

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DTI Bataan Hosts Business Seminar for MSMEs

Mhike Cigaral / 8 months
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2 min read

About 35 micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Bataan joined a seminar organized by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) at Lou-is Resort and Restaurant. The event, dubbed “Negosyo Upgrade: Fund Right, Franchise Smart, and Think AI,” aimed to provide entrepreneurs with practical knowledge on financing, franchising, and the use of artificial intelligence […]

DTI implements price freeze on basic goods in Bataan

31
Jul

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DTI implements price freeze on basic goods in Bataan

Butch Gunio / 9 months
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1 min read

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has implemented an automatic 60-day price freeze on basic necessities in the Province following the declaration of a state of calamity by the Provincial Government of Bataan. DTI Bataan Provincial Director Ei Ocampo said the price freeze was triggered by the official declaration, which came in response to […]

21
Jul

DTI welcomes Rep. Roman’s amendment on innovative startup law

Butch Gunio / 9 months
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1 min read

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) welcomed the Amending the “Innovative Startup Act” (House Bill No. 610) filed by Bataan First District Representative Tony Roman. DTI Bataan Provincial Director Ei Ocampo said they plan to ask more about the bill when they pay courtesy visit to the new congressman. “We will take the opportunity […]

Likha ng Bataeño Trade Fair tampok sa 34th NLABC

26
Jun

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Likha ng Bataeño Trade Fair tampok sa 34th NLABC

Mhike Cigaral / 10 months
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2 min read

Bilang bahagi ng 34th North Luzon Area Business Conference (NLABC), inilunsad ng Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) katuwang ang Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) at Pamahalaang Lungsod ng Balanga ang “Likha ng Bataeño: NLABC Edition” sa Bataan Tourism Pavilion sa Lungsod ng Balanga. Layunin ng nasabing aktibidad na itampok ang husay sa […]

10
Jun

SM, DTI Train MSMEs on Business Continuity Planning

Mhike Cigaral / 11 months
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2 min read

SM Supermalls, in partnership with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), has launched a Business Continuity Planning (BCP) program to equip micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) with the tools to prepare for and recover from disruptions. The initiative reflects SM’s commitment to fostering resilient and sustainable communities by supporting the MSMEs that form […]

03
Jun

“Likha ng Bataeño” records ₱1.2M in sales at Taguig Trade Fair

Mhike Cigaral / 11 months
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1 min read

The first national edition of “Likha ng Bataeño” trade fair proved to be a success as 20 micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) from Bataan generated a total of ₱1.2 million in sales during the event held at Vista Mall Taguig. Featured prominently were handmade products made from capiz shells, including miniature boats, calesas, and […]