By Leilanie G. Adriano
Staff Reporter
LAOAG CITY—To boost the
quality of locally manufactured products with potential for export, the Center
for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM) visited Region 1 on
June 16-20 to hold a capability-building activity for small and medium
entrepreneurs (SMEs).
As part of the Manila FAME
Roadshow, Leah Ocampo, officer-in-charge-Department Manager of the Project
Management Department of CITEM said the free export coaching seminar was about
costing and pricing.
CITEM is the export marketing
arm of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) committed to develop and
nurture globally competitive SMEs, exporters, designers and manufacturers by
implementing integrated approach to export marketing in partnership with other
government and private entities.
For over 30 years, CITEM has
established the country’s image as the premiere destination for quality export
products and services. It continues to set the highest standards of creativity,
excellence and innovation to compete in the global market.
As a prime mover in the
export marketing industry, CITEM spearheads the Philippines participation in
overseas trade fairs and organizes high profile promotional activities in key
markets abroad.
Aside from export coaching
program, the department also provides merchandise specialist program, design
for exports initiatives and brand building.
Through the SMEs
participation in these government-initiated activities, Ilocos Norte Governor Ma.
Imelda “Imee” R. Marcos hopes to strengthen and improve the quality of Ilocano
products and make Ilocos Norte known for its world-class wooden furniture,
accessories and earthen wares among others.
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