Negosyo Center Palawan: Sofronio Española

20/05/2026

On May 15, 2026, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) MIMAROPA participated as a resource organization during the Philippine Federation of Credit Cooperatives' (PFCCO) Education Forum, held in Puerto Princesa City, Palawan.
DTI Palawan Provincial Director Hazel Salvador facilitated a discussion on the initiatives of the agency in supporting the growth of cooperatives through technology and digital transformation. See less

13/05/2026

One-stop shop para sa MSMEs at aspiring entrepreneurs!
Sa pamamagitan ng Negosyo Center ng DTI, mas napapadali ang pag-access sa business registration, negosyo trainings, mentorship, at iba’t ibang support services para sa mga Pilipinong gustong magsimula at magpalago ng negosyo.
Kasama si Karen Davila, alamin kung paano tinutulungan ng DTI ang mas maraming MSMEs na umasenso.
Panoorin ang buong episode dito: https://youtu.be/vOGa6eV1QZw?si=MFxrg6mIOagdOm84

06/05/2026

𝐉𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝐈𝐍 | the 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 (𝐃𝐓𝐈) 𝐏𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐧 through 𝐍𝐞𝐠𝐨𝐬𝐲𝐨 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫–𝐐𝐮𝐞𝐳𝐨𝐧, in partnership with the 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐐𝐮𝐞𝐳𝐨𝐧, 𝐏𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐧, successfully conducted a 𝐒𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫 𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐋𝐚𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐫𝐬/𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐬 on 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟒, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 at the Legislative Building in Barangay Alfonso XIII, Quezon, Palawan. The activity was attended by eight ( 8 ) Processed Fruits and Nuts (PFN) processors and thirteen (13) food manufacturers, with a total of twenty-one (21) participants.
The activity helps participants gained valuable knowledge on mandatory food labeling and appropriate packaging materials suitable for their products and increase awareness of the importance of proper packaging and labeling in producing market-ready and competitive MSME products.

30/04/2026

On 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟐𝟗, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔, the 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 – 𝐏𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐧, in partnership with 𝐒𝐌 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬, 𝐈𝐧𝐜. through 𝐒𝐌 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐏𝐮𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐨 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐚, successfully conducted the 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 for 66 Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) from across Puerto Princesa City.
The workshop provided participating MSMEs with practical strategies and tools to help their businesses continue operating during and after emergencies, reducing potential disruptions and business losses.
Through partnerships like this, DTI remains committed to building stronger, more resilient businesses in Palawan.

07/04/2026

𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐁𝐍𝐏𝐂 🛒

Pursuant to Republic Act No. 7581, or the Price Act, as amended by Republic Act No. 10623, the monitoring of prices of basic necessities and prime commodities (BNPCs) is undertaken by the appropriate government agencies, depending on the nature of the products. This ensures proper price monitoring and helps protect consumers against unreasonable price increases.

Stay informed, konsyumers!

30/03/2026

Bilang mamimili, mayroon kang karapatang malaman ang tamang presyo ng bawat produktong iyong binibili.
Mahalaga ang SRP o Suggested Retail Price, na siyang presyong itinakda ng mga manufacturers. Ito ay sinusuri ng Department of Trade and Industry upang matiyak kung makatarungan at patas ito para sa mga konsyumer.
Kaya naman konsyumers, ugaliing i-check ang price list na inilalabas ng DTI at huwag hayaang pagsamantalahan ka. Know your rights!
Kasama si Tita Winnie Cordero, alamin natin ang mga karapatan natin bilang konsyumer.
Panoorin ang buong episode dito: https://youtu.be/__61d7tCovA?si=WafmTOKB6Du4fyvx

25/03/2026

Nalilito ka ba sa Accounting? Hindi mo gets ang debit at credit?
May negosyo ka pero gusto mong mas maintindihan ang galaw ng pera mo?

Don’t worry—hindi mo kailangan maging accountant para matuto ng accounting.

ACCOUNTING FOR NON-ACCOUNTANTS – BATCH 8

This lecture series is designed para sa mga non-accountants na gustong matuto ng accounting in a simple and practical way. Perfect ito for business owners, employees, students, at kahit sino na gusto maging mas financially aware.

Some of the topics you’ll learn:
✔️ Understanding Business Transactions
✔️ Journalizing and Posting
✔️ Adjusting Entries
✔️ Completing the Accounting Cycle
✔️ Internal Control & Bank Reconciliation
✔️ Payroll and Business Taxes

📅 April 7 – May 22, 2026
🕛 12:00 NN – 2:30 PM
📍 Hybrid Setup (Online + Face-to-Face)

Organized by:
Philippine Institute of Certified Public Accountants – Metro Manila Region and PICPA Metro Manila GAO

In partnership with:
Department of Trade and Industry Philippines, Polytechnic University of the Philippines, and the City Government of Mandaluyong

Limited slots available!

Scan the QR code on the poster or register here:
🔗 https://bit.ly/AFNABatch8_Registration

Remember:
Hindi kailangan maging CPA para maintindihan ang accounting.
Kailangan mo lang ng tamang guide.

23/03/2026

23/03/2026

𝑰𝑪𝒀𝑴𝑰 | 𝑷𝑹𝑶𝑫𝑼𝑪𝑻 𝑷𝑨𝑪𝑲𝑨𝑮𝑰𝑵𝑮 𝑷𝑹𝑬𝑺𝑬𝑵𝑻𝑨𝑻𝑰𝑶𝑵 𝑩𝒀 𝑬𝑵𝑻𝑹𝑬𝑷𝑶𝑼𝑪𝑯

Last Thursday, March 19, 2026, Entrepouch successfully showcased their innovative packaging solutions to Palawan-based manufacturers via Zoom

This activity aimed to connect MSMEs with reliable packaging suppliers, opening doors for improved product presentation, protection, and market competitiveness. Participants explored various packaging options suited to their products and aligned with their product development goals.

👏 Even more exciting, several MSMEs have already expressed strong interest and started making inquiries on possible packaging solutions for their own products—a great step toward upgrading their branding and market readiness!

By linking local entrepreneurs directly with suppliers like Entrepouch, we continue to support MSMEs in enhancing their products, elevating their brand, and expanding their market reach.

19/03/2026

🚨 TOP LEARNERS SPOTLIGHT! 🚨
Meet this week’s outstanding achievers from the DTI–Google Career Certificate (GCC) Program 2026! 🎉
The Department of Trade and Industry Palawan proudly celebrates your hard work, determination, and passion for learning. Keep pushing forward and aiming higher!