Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is the primary government agency in the Philippines responsible for promoting, regulating, and facilitating trade, industry, and investment. It drives economic growth by supporting entrepreneurs, ensuring fair competition, and enhancing the competitiveness of local industries. The DTI also plays a key role in policy formulation, business licensing, consumer protection, and international trade promotion. Its mandate includes fostering innovation, expanding market access, and creating an enabling environment for private sector development.