The Department of Trade and Industry encouraged shoppers to consider product safety and quality before purchasing items based solely on their lower prices.
The government expects stable prices for essential goods through December as it addresses rising inflation and the weakening Philippine peso against the US dollar.
Among those present were DEPDev Secretary Arsenio Balisacan, DTI Secretary Cristina Roque, DOE Secretary Sharon Garin, and senior officials from key agencies.
According to DTI, the project boosts the Philippines’ presence in international education markets while creating more demand for Filipino educators and professionals abroad.
DOE has updated its electric vehicle guidelines, introducing six classifications that aim to strengthen the country’s shift to cleaner and sustainable transport.
The government sees the amended Investors’ Lease Act as a driver of stronger investments and greater employment prospects for Filipinos, particularly in agriculture and industry.