The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) through its Export Marketing Bureau (EMB), together with Export Development Council (EDC) and Philippine Exporters Confederation, Inc. (Philexport), recognized the top Philippine companies for their noteworthy export performance in 2018 during the National Export Congress (NEC) held at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) in Pasay City on December 06, 2019.Also, DTI-EMB and Center for International Trade Expositions & Missions (CITEM) collaborated for the Export Enablers Exhibit which showcased trade regulatory government agencies, financial institutions, and private organizations.The top exporters were acknowledged based on their track record, excellence, and innovation in the delivery of services. Their grit to achieve success and persistence to make Filipino products be globally competitive has contributed to the country’s export revenue. DTI Secretary Ramon M. Lopez, DTI-Trade Promotions Group (TPG) and Special Concerns Undersecretary Abdulgani M. Macatoman, DTI-EMB Director Senen M. Perlada, Philippine Exporters Confederation, Inc. (Philexport) President Sergio R. Ortiz-Luis Jr., Philippine Chamber of Commerce & Industry (PCCI) Chairman George T. Barcelon, and DTI Assistant Secretary Angelo B. Taningco presented the awards to 21 exemplary exporters of the country. This year’s Hall of Fame Awardee is Nestle Philippines, Inc. for Processed Food and Beverages. The Hall of Fame Award is given to exporters who were awarded consistently as Top Export Performers in the last three consecutive years. The Top Sectoral Exporters Award were given to Amkor Technology Philippines Inc. for Electronics; B/E Aerospace B.V. (Philippine Branch) for Machinery and Transport Equipment; Lear Automotive Services (Netherlands) B.V. (Philippine branch) for Motor Vehicle Parts (Ignition Wiring Sets); Petron Corporation for Chemicals; Sumifru (Philippines) Corporation for Fresh Fruits; Platinum Group Metals Corporation for Minerals; and Cargill Oil Mills Philippines, Inc. for Coconut Oil.Other awardees were L&T International Group Philippines, Inc. for Apparel and Clothing Accessories; Nestle Philippines, Inc. for Processed Food and Beverages; SCAD Services PTE. Ltd. for Woodcrafts (Builder’s Woodworks); FPF Corporation for Travel Goods and Handbags; and Millenium Ocean Star Corporation for Fish Shrimps and Prawns/Fresh or Preserved.Moreover, the Excellence Award for Services Sectors were awarded to Synergy88 Group of Companies for Animation Services; Suyen Corporation (Bench) for Franchising Services; GameOps, Inc. for Game Development Services; ADEC innovations, Inc. for IT-BPM Services (Knowledge Process Outsourcing); and Alliance Software, Inc. for IT Services (Software Development).The Excellence Award for Services Sectors is given to exporters who were excellent in their respective fields and have shown a praiseworthy contribution to the industry.Furthermore, the Most Outstanding Ripples Plus Awards were conferred to Primex Coco Products for Luzon; Profood International Corporation for Visayas; and PHILBEST Canning Corporation for Mindanao.The Most Outstanding Ripples Plus Award was based on Philippine Statistics Authority’s (PSA) ranking for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). This is also a recognition of these exporters’ remarkable success in penetrating global markets.The exporters’ recognition aims to inspire the country’s exporting community to continuously innovate and improve. It is also to acknowledge their hard work and a testimony of the robust partnership of the government and the private sector in pursuing inclusive growth and improving the exports’ development through innovation.Meanwhile, in line with the NEC’s theme “Driving Exports through Digital Transformation,” the organizers featured the services of the following organizations during the Export Enablers Exhibition held simultaneously with the NEC at the Mezzanine of the Plenary Hall PICC: Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), Board of Investments (BOI), Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR), Bureau of Import Services (BIS), Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), CITEM, Cobena, and DTI-EMB / 1Export Trade and Services Inc.Also featured were FedEx Express, Food and Drugs Administration (FDA), Highly Succeed, Inc. Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHIL), Keepr Storage PH, Landbank of the Philippines (LBP), Optical Media Board (OMB), Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA), PHILEXPORT, Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority (PHILFIDA), Philippine International Trading Corporation (PITC), Philippine Trade Training Center (PTTC), Small Business Corporation (SBCorp), Strategic Trade Management Office (STMO), UnionBank | UBX, Vesl, and World Trade Center (WTC).The NEC is the highlight event of the National Exporters' Week (NEW). Every first week of December is the annual celebration of the NEW per presidential proclamation 931, Series 0f 1996 and House Resolution 33. It highlights the government and the private sector’s commitment to continuously work together to sustain export promotion and development.
MANDALUYONG - Trade Secretary Ramon Lopez said that the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is awaiting the Senate's approval of additional budget to send more micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to local and international trade fairs.
In his welcome remarks at the Kalakal CALABARZON Trade Fair and the National Capital Region's Metro Fiesta Trade Fair on 5 December, Sec. Lopez shared that MSMEs usually pay for their spaces at trade fairs, but if the agency's additional budget request will be approved, they would be able to provide said spaces for free.
"Market access is part of DTI's 7Ms of Successful Entrepreneurship and trade fairs give MSMEs access to a wider market for their products. We hope that exposure in these five-day fairs will be the beginning of their entry to the mainstream and export markets," said Sec. Lopez.
DTI holds several regional and national trade fairs and heads the country's participation in international trade fairs, like the China International Import Expo (CIIE). This year, Philippine exhibitors booked around USD 390 million from CIIE, and Sec. Lopez hopes that with more funds, more MSMEs can participate in CIIE and other trade fairs.
The trade chief, however, advised entrepreneurs to innovate continuously and work toward increasing their production capacity to meet future demands.
"Even if we're able to open market access to other countries, if MSMEs don't have enough products, they will still end up with nothing to sell," said Sec. Lopez.
For MSMEs looking for capital to increase production, he recommended DTI's Pondo sa Pagbabago at Pag-asenso (P3) Program, low-interest, no collateral business loan to combat "5-6" lenders. Entrepreneurs can go to any DTI Negosyo Center to know the nearest P3 conduit MFIs or cooperatives and loan amounts from PHP 5,000 to PHP 200,000. Those who wish to borrow larger amounts can go directly to the DTI-Small Business Corporation.
The Kalakal CALABARZON Trade Fair and Metro Fiesta will both run from December 4 to 8 at the Mega Trade Halls of SM Megamall. With 120 exhibitors from Metro Manila and 180 from Region 4A, shoppers can choose from a variety of products like processed food, wearables (footwear, bags, garments, and fashion accessories), and home and holiday decors.
Madame Honeylet Avanceña, a staunch supporter of MSME development and an entrepreneur herself, graced the opening of the trade expo. Also present were Senator Cynthia Villar, DTI Undersecretary Blesila Lantayona, DTI Assistant Secretary Demphna Du-Naga, DTI Regional Directors Malou Toledo, and Marcelina Alcantara, and Senator Koko Pimentel's Chief of Staff Jeffrey Yu.
DECEMBER 2019 - PHILIPPINES - On December 7, 2019, everyone is invited to head over to Glorietta 2 Mall’s Activity Center to celebrate PamaskOPPO: Your celebration, Your way! The PamaskOPPO Christmas roadshow is OPPO’s way to give back to the support and trust Filipinos have given them through the years.
The event is packed with exciting booths, dance performances, freebies, raffle prizes, big discounts of up to 30% off for its one-day sale, plus an extravagant Christmas tree lighting ceremony. All these, alongside an hourly celebrity reveal and activity participation featuring OPPO A series endorser Alex Gonzaga, Youtube superstar Mimiyuuuh, actress Colleen Garcia Crawford, and TV host Robi Domingo!
PamaskOPPO roadshow’s EXCLUSIVE ONE-DAY SALE
Have you been waiting for the chance to upgrade your phone? Take advantage of the exclusive one-day sale at the PamaskOPPO roadshow, and get up to 30% discount on your chosen OPPO smartphone.
You can also enjoy exciting freebies during this one-day sale. You can get a free OPPO bag with every purchase of the A3s, A5 2020, and A7. You will receive Php500 worth of Uniqlo gift card, a Bavin 10,000mAh powerbank when you buy an A9 2020, a 21oz HydroFlask upon purchase of the Reno2F, and a JBL Clip 2 speakers for Reno2 purchases.
All purchases of the OPPO A3s, A5 2020, A7, and F series will also come with 1-month iWant Premium subscription and Reno2 Series smartphone purchases will come with a 3-month premium subscription from Viu.
The first of the four PamaskOPPO raffle draws in December will also happen at the roadshow. Anyone who purchases an OPPO phone worth Php 7,000 and above from Nov. 23 is qualified to join the raffle draw, with grand prizes that include gadgets, gift certificates, and premium home appliances and will also be entitled to additional Christmas freebies.
Capping off the PamaskOPPO treats is the offering that will elevate your entertainment experience with the special price drop of the upgraded A9 2020 in Marine Green and Space Purple now only at PHP13,990.
Your celebration, your way:
Raffle draws, games with celebrities, dance performances, and more
From 10:00AM to 3:00PM, there will be exciting on-ground activities allowing visitors to experience the different OPPO smartphones first hand. Once the clock strikes at 3:00PM, the PamaskOPPO roadshow’s event host Cara Eriguel herself will kick-off the hourly OPPO celebrity reveal and a quick interview, followed by a raffle daw.
Bring your A-game for on-stage games with OPPO A Series endorser Alex Gonzaga, and with OPPO A Series brand ambassador and Youtube superstar Mimiyuuuh. Get electrified with a special performance of A series endorser Alex Gonzaga featuring her top hits.
Be mesmerized with the dance performance of Buganda, an Ati-atihan dance tribe which expresses themselves through a mix of traditional and contemporary dance styles that is sure to pump up the crowd with a festive vibe.
For a unique experience, enter into “Magic of the Night”, a life-sized gift box where you can immerse yourself in a stellar and immersive light space, perfect for taking that Instagram-worthy shot. Channel the inner-child in you, as you swing into Christmas with large swing sets to capture your exciting group shots with your family and friends.
Marvel at an extravagant Christmas tree lighting ceremony
In the spirit of the holidays, the roadshow would be capped off with a Christmas tree lighting ceremony, with OPPO Philippines executives and A series endorser Alex Gonzaga coming together to celebrate the grand festivities as a way for the brand to show their thanks to the undying support of Filipino OPPO fans.
Experience a dazzling Christmas at the PamaskOPPO roadshow
Bring your family and friends along with you as you drop by for a thrilling Christmas bash at the PamaskOPPO roadshow on December 7, 2019, at Glorietta 2 Mall’s Activity Center.
To know more about OPPO’s latest products and events, visit the website www.oppo.com/ph or check the official Facebook page at www.facebook.com/OPPOPH.
