Participants attend the DTI and KTNET FTA Integrated Platform Roadshow at Hotel Marciano in Calamba City, seated around tables in a conference room with a presentation screen at the front, engaging in training on digital trade tools and Free Trade Agreements.

Calamba City, Philippines—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), in collaboration with the Korea Trade Network (KTNET), conducted a regional roadshow and training session on the Philippine Free Trade Agreement (FTA) Integrated Platform at Hotel Marciano on May 20.

This roadshow supports the development and implementation of the Philippine FTA Integrated Platform Project. It aims to simplify and digitalize processes for Filipino exporters, enhancing their access to tariff preferences and helping them fully maximize the benefits of FTAs in global markets.

The full-day session convened exporters, trade stakeholders, and business representatives from across the region. It was designed to enhance their understanding of the country’s preferential trade agreements and enable them to fully benefit from these opportunities.

Throughout the session, participants gained valuable insights into the country’s Free Trade Agreements, including the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP). They received a live demonstration of the FTA Information Portal and were introduced to the soon-to-be-launched FTA Origin Management System, complete with a step-by-step walkthrough of its features. Additionally, attendees learned about data management procedures and the online application process for the Product Evaluation Report (PER).

The FTA Integrated Platform comprises two main components: the FTA Information Portal and the FTA Origin Management System. The portal serves as a comprehensive online resource, providing updated information on the Philippines’ FTAs and practical guidelines on how exporters can leverage these agreements.

Scheduled for launching in June, the FTA Origin Management System will streamline the application process for the PER, a crucial requirement for accessing FTA benefits. This will be a significant milestone in DTI’s ongoing efforts to support local businesses and strengthen their participation in international trade.

DTI Region 4A Director Marissa Argente delivers opening remarks during the FTA Integrated Platform Roadshow at Hotel Marciano, addressing an audience of exporters and trade stakeholders in a conference room with a presentation screen displaying her name.

In her remarks, DTI Region 4 Director Marissa Argente thanked the event partners, while highlighting the roadshow’s role in empowering exporters.

“We thank our partners for making this roadshow happen as we aim to equip our exporters with the right knowledge and digital tools to fully harness the benefits of our FTAs. We hope to empower them and strengthen their global competitiveness and trade performance,”  RD Argente stated.

The program also featured a hands-on training segment where participants were encouraged to register and create their exporter dashboards, allowing them to familiarize themselves with the platform’s tools and resources.

The event concluded with an open forum, giving participants the opportunity to provide feedback and share suggestions to further enhance the platform.

“This roadshow is an essential part of our commitment to empower Filipino exporters with the tools and knowledge they need to be competitive in the global market,” said Christian Ted Tungohan, Provincial Director of DTI Laguna. ♦

Date of Release: 30 May 2025