DTI - Strategic Trade Management Office

DTI - Strategic Trade Management Office The STMO is the executive and technical agency of the national government for the establishment of the management systems for the trade in strategic goods.

ANNOUNCEMENT | Implementation of Memorandum Circular No. 26-05 Guidelines on Export Authorization, Amending Memorandum C...
09/07/2026

ANNOUNCEMENT | Implementation of Memorandum Circular No. 26-05 Guidelines on Export Authorization, Amending Memorandum Circular No. 25-17

ANNOUNCEMENT | Publication of Revised Annex 2 (Dual-Use Goods) of the National Strategic Goods List (NSGL)
09/07/2026

ANNOUNCEMENT | Publication of Revised Annex 2 (Dual-Use Goods) of the National Strategic Goods List (NSGL)

READ | The Department of Trade and Industry – Strategic Trade Management Office (DTI-STMO), in coordination with the U.S...
03/07/2026

READ | The Department of Trade and Industry – Strategic Trade Management Office (DTI-STMO), in coordination with the U.S. Department of State’s Office of Cooperative Threat Reduction and the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, supported the conduct of a series of high-level engagements at the Sheraton Manila Hotel, Newport World Resorts from June 22 to 24, 2026. These events brought together representatives from Philippine government authorities, regulators, law enforcement agencies, and financial intelligence to strengthen the country’s counter-proliferation finance (CPF) framework and reinforce its commitment to global financial security.

On June 22, 2026, the Proliferation Finance Emerging Threats Symposium gathered key government stakeholders for intensive threat briefings on North Korean IT worker fraud schemes, emerging digital threats, and maritime sanctions evasion, as well as information on PF-related investigation and prosecution. The symposium aimed to enhance the technical capacities of Philippine authorities by providing the latest intelligence and tools to detect, disrupt, and prevent illicit financial flows linked to weapons of mass destruction proliferation.

Building on this technical foundation, from June 23 to 24, 2026, high-level officials of Proliferation Financing Subcommittee (PFSC) member-agencies convened for a two-day workshop to formulate the PFSC Counterproliferation Finance Strategy. This strategy is designed to operationalize the Philippines’ 2026–2030 National AML/CFT/CPF Strategy (NACS) and strengthen the country’s readiness for the 2027 FATF/APG mutual evaluation. By aligning technical expertise with strategic planning, the workshop underscored the Philippines’ proactive and systematic approach to addressing complex financial risks.

Together, these engagements reflect the country’s dual-track commitment, building technical capacity to address emerging threats while developing a comprehensive strategy to institutionalize counter-proliferation finance measures. This integrated effort reinforces the Philippines’ role as a key contributor to global financial security and strategic trade integrity, while strengthening resilience against evolving proliferation finance challenges.

HAPPENING NOW | The Department of Trade and Industry – Strategic Trade Management Office, in collaboration with the Unit...
02/06/2026

HAPPENING NOW | The Department of Trade and Industry – Strategic Trade Management Office, in collaboration with the United States Export Control and Related Border Security and TradeKins, one of the leading compliance training providers, successfully conducted the Executive Program in Strategic Trade Management on 02-04 June 2026 at the Makati Diamond Hotel.

The event gathered representatives from the industry, particularly STMO-registered and authorized companies. The three-day capacity-building program deepened participants’ understanding of strategic trade compliance by emphasizing a security-focused and risk-informed approach. Discussions centered on key areas such as Intangible Technology Transfers, Internal Compliance Programs, Commodity Classification, and Investigative Techniques.

The training provided participants with practical and operational perspectives that moved beyond routine compliance exercises, encouraging the integration of prevention, detection, and corrective measures into regular organizational processes. It also contributed to strengthening competencies in Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) prevention, border security, and collaboration among government agencies and private sector stakeholders.

HAPPENING NOW | The Department of Trade and Industry - Strategic Trade Management Office (DTI-STMO), in partnership with...
01/06/2026

HAPPENING NOW | The Department of Trade and Industry - Strategic Trade Management Office (DTI-STMO), in partnership with the EU P2P Export Control Programme for Arms Trade Treaty, conducted a 2.5-day Technical Training on Licensing, Commodity Classification, and Risk Assessment of Military Items from 01-03 June 2026.

The training gathered representatives from key Philippine institutions involved in arms transfer control and licensing, including the Philippine National Police–Firearms and Explosives Office (PNP-FEO), Bureau of Customs (BOC), Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA), and Department of National Defense (DND).

Through guided discussions, case studies, and hands-on exercises simulating real-life licensing scenarios, participants strengthened their technical understanding of military commodity classification, the distinction between military and civilian-grade weapons, and the application of Arms Trade Treaty (ATT) risk assessment methodologies.

The training also provided practical tools for assessing end-use, end-user, and diversion risks, as well as integrating gender-based violence considerations into licensing decisions. These efforts support the Philippines’ continued implementation of Articles 6 and 7.4 of the ATT, while strengthening national expertise in responsible arms transfer controls.

The activity forms part of the Philippines’ ongoing efforts to enhance institutional capacity, promote responsible trade in military items, and ensure that arms transfer decisions are guided by clear, risk-informed, and internationally aligned procedures.

READ | The European Union Export Control Programme on Dual Use Goods (EU P2P), in collaboration with the Department of T...
29/05/2026

READ | The European Union Export Control Programme on Dual Use Goods (EU P2P), in collaboration with the Department of Trade and Industry – Strategic Trade Management Office (DTI STMO), conducted the Awareness Training and Capacity Building Program on Counter Proliferation Financing from 18–21 May 2026.

This hybrid training addressed one of the key findings of the 1st Proliferation Financing National Risk Assessment—the low level of awareness of proliferation financing among government agencies and the private sector. Its primary objective was to strengthen the Philippines’ capacity to prevent, detect, and disrupt proliferation financing risks in line with United Nations preventive and sanctions obligations, as well as Financial Action Task Force (FATF) standards, including Recommendation 7 on targeted financial sanctions related to proliferation.

The first session was attended by members of the NACC Proliferation Financing Subcommittee, while the second session engaged entities covered by the STMO, Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas, Securities and Exchange Commission, and the Insurance Commission. In total, over 200 participants took part in the program, gaining valuable insights through expert presentations, facilitated discussions, interactive Q&A segments, and scenario based exercises.

This initiative underscores the Philippines’ continuing commitment to strengthen its counter proliferation financing framework and sustain its status outside the FATF grey list, reaffirming the country’s resolve to uphold international standards and safeguard the integrity of its financial system.

The Department of Trade and Industry – Strategic Trade Management Office (DTI‑STMO), in collaboration with the EU P2P (P...
15/05/2026

The Department of Trade and Industry – Strategic Trade Management Office (DTI‑STMO), in collaboration with the EU P2P (Partner‑to‑Partner) Export Control Programme, will be conducting an Awareness Training and Capacity‑Building Program on Counter Proliferation Financing for private sectors on 20–21 May 2026 at Fairmont Makati.

This training is *free of charge*. For those who are interested in attending *in person*, kindly complete your registration using the link below: https://forms.gle/zZztMa94viGMLKp5A
Please note that registration is required to secure your slot. We kindly ask that you complete your registration no later than 3PM on 15 May 2026 (Friday). We encourage your prompt registration due to limited slots. Once all slots are filled, we shall close the registration accordingly. Unregistered slots after this date may be released to other participants.

Thank you very much.

READ | The Strategic Trade Management Office (STMO) successfully conducted a training on International Commercial Terms ...
13/05/2026

READ | The Strategic Trade Management Office (STMO) successfully conducted a training on International Commercial Terms (INCOTERMS) and Shipping Documents on 21–22 April 2026 in Makati City.

The two-day activity featured resource persons from the Bureau of Customs, Atty. Julito Doria and Atty. Jerald Sollano, who shared their expertise with STMO personnel on INCOTERMS, shipping documents, and the flow of documentation in cross-border trade, as well as the ATA Carnet. This initiative forms part of the STMO’s continuing capacity-building efforts to enhance and strengthen the knowledge and skills of its personnel in areas relevant to strategic trade management or export controls.

ANNOUNCEMENT | Resumption of Operations- DTI-STMO E-Licensing Platform (Stratlink)
11/05/2026

ANNOUNCEMENT | Resumption of Operations- DTI-STMO E-Licensing Platform (Stratlink)

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