https://pressroom.prlog.org/Citem_Publicity/ About DTI-CITEM - The Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM) is the export promotions arm of the Philippine Department of Trade and Industry. https://www.prlog.org/12125415-all-set-for-the-biggest-philippine-food-exhibition-in-may.html All is set for the opening of the 9th International Food Exhibition (IFEX) Philippines on 16-19 May 2013 at the SMX Convention Center, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City, Philippines.Thu, 25 Apr 2013 04:04:37 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12120990-home-philippines-goes-to-the-28th-hong-kong-houseware-fair.html The Philippine participation in the 28th HK Houseware Fair seeks to promote and showcase products and in sustaining the Philippines’ image as a reliable source of high-quality and design-forward products.Thu, 18 Apr 2013 06:00:55 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12120980-philippine-participation-in-the-28th-hk-houseware-fair-highlights-filipino-design-and-craftsmanship.html CITEM, the export marketing arm of the Philippine Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), leads 18 top Philippine manufacturers to the 28th Hong Kong Houseware Fair which will be held on 20-23 April 2013 at the HK Convention and Exhibition Center.Thu, 18 Apr 2013 05:52:58 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11982835-citem-brings-in-international-design-and-style-gurus-for-design-week-philippines.html DTI-CITEM is exerting all efforts to turn the Philippines into “Asia’s Design Destination”. It brings in international design and style luminaries David Monn and Calvin Tsao in celebration of Design Week Philippines (DWP) in October.Tue, 25 Sep 2012 02:10:29 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11981671-csm-philippines-and-arden-classic-philippine-made-artisan-made.html Artisanal products from CSM Philippines and Arden Classic are featured in the ASEAN Pavilion at the Seoul Gift Show which runs from 20-23 September 2012, and in Manila FAME on 17-20 October 2012, at the SMX Convention Center, Philippines.Mon, 24 Sep 2012 02:11:57 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11981666-fresh-start-champions-healthy-food-fair-trade-and-caring-for-nature.html Fresh Start Organics in Bacolod City, Philippines will showcase organic and fair trade products in the Negros Occidental Pavilion of IFEX Philippines 2013: Asia's Ethnic Food and Ingredients Show.Mon, 24 Sep 2012 01:52:28 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11980445-citem-brings-artisanal-homeware-to-seoul-gift-show.html Taking advantage of the Philippines' strength in creating cutting-edge designs and craftsmanship, CITEM will highlight artisanal homeware in the upcoming Seoul Gift Show on 20-23 September 2012, in Seoul, Korea.Fri, 21 Sep 2012 07:08:15 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11978407-manila-fame-features-the-art-of-the-craftsman.html For its 56th edition on 17-20 October 2012, Manila FAME, Asia's Design and Lifestyle event, will highlight the Filipino artisans and their craftsmanship as the soul of the Philippines. This event is being organized by DTI-CITEM.Fri, 21 Sep 2012 07:00:54 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11978401-citem-and-negros-occidental-target-us572b-organic-market.html The Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM) has tapped Negros Occidental to be its partner province for the International Food Exhibition (IFEX) Philippines 2013, the country's biggest export-oriented food event.Wed, 19 Sep 2012 08:48:52 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11942528-citem-partners-with-bebc-for-ifex-philippines.html The BIMP-EAGA Business Council (BEBC) targets 50 East ASEAN food companies to join the 2013 edition of the International Food Exhibition (IFEX) Philippines, to be held from 16 to 19 May 2013 at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City, Philippines.Mon, 06 Aug 2012 05:52:58 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11925210-citems-manila-fame-2012-has-us-expert-as-project-head.html Homestyle Industry Expert James Booth has been tapped by the Philippines’ export promotion authority to head its team of lifestyle designers and marketers as Project Director for the forthcoming Manila FAME 2012.Mon, 16 Jul 2012 09:32:15 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11925113-huge-ph-food-market-attracts-exhibitors-from-8-countries.html Marketing agents from eight countries are bringing their exhibitors to the Philippines for the International Food Exhibition Philippines - highlighting both intra-Asian and Asia-based inter-regional food trade on a massive global scale.Mon, 16 Jul 2012 08:41:47 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11914694-philippines-foremost-food-show-now-open-to-exhibitors.html The International Food Exhibition (IFEX) Philippines 2013, the Philippines' biggest and most important food trade event, is now open to food manufacturers interested in the highly lucrative Asian food and beverage industry.Tue, 03 Jul 2012 06:44:41 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11904376-citem-eyes-vast-ne-asian-market-for-ph-food-exports.html The Philippine's DTI-CITEM is leading a contingent of exporters in a marketing offensive that will see the best of Philippine foods gain the limelight in the Taipei International Food Show (TIFS) on June 27 to 30.Wed, 20 Jun 2012 06:22:07 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11894182-citem-widens-market-for-top-ph-fruit-exports.html The country’s top fruit exports have gained new markets from a just-concluded promotional campaign in Singapore by the Philippines' DTI-CITEM and DA-AMAS.Thu, 07 Jun 2012 03:34:43 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11872503-philippines-strengthens-food-exports-through-aggressive-courting-of-us661b-halal-market.html The Philippines' DTI-CITEM spearheaded the recent Philippine participation in three of the world's most important Halal-centered food shows to carve a slice of the US$661 billion world Halal market, and strengthened Philippine food exports globally.Fri, 11 May 2012 07:15:32 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11828597-philippines-seeks-foothold-in-us632b-halal-food-market-at-malaysian-trade-fair.html Local companies seek a foothold in the US$632 billion global Halal food market as they join the first Philippine contingent to the 9th Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS), slated on 4 to 7 April 2012 in Malaysia.Tue, 20 Mar 2012 02:32:47 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11815470-fair-trade-food-calamansi-extract-among-philippine-food-innovations-to-be-launched-at-japan-fair.html The Philippines will launch Fair Trade food products and calamansi (Philippine lime) extract among other food innovations by local companies participating for the first time in FOODEX Japan 2012, slated on 6-9 March at Makuhari Messe in Chiba, Japan.Mon, 05 Mar 2012 03:05:28 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11793137-latest-global-trends-for-home-and-fashion-at-manila-fame-march-2012.html Manila FAME reveals the latest global trends this season: Paradiso, Tribal Fusion and Stone Age. These trends will reflect the products to be featured in the March 2012 edition of Manila FAME, Asia’s second longest-running design trade show.Wed, 08 Feb 2012 03:27:35 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11786935-negros-island-targets-slice-of-us9-billion-arabica-coffee-market.html Negros Island eyes a slice of the US$9 billion global market for Arabica coffee as it joins the upcoming 37th International Food and Beverage Exhibition or FOODEX Japan 2012 slated on 6 to 9 March at Makuhari Messe in Chiba, Japan.Wed, 01 Feb 2012 04:00:51 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11782195-european-buyers-contribute-us55m-to-manila-fame-trade-show-sales.html Capturing the interest of the European market during its four-day run, the Philippines’ Manila FAME trade show registered US$ 5.5M in booked and negotiated sales between Philippine manufacturers and over 230 buyers from Europe.Thu, 26 Jan 2012 02:58:32 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11769036-philippines-eyes-bigger-sales-in-foodex-japan-2012-after-this-years-us18m-catch.html Targeting to exceed the US$18M export sales the Philippines generated in this year's FOODEX Japan - the country's highest since 2003 - the Philippines gears up to join FOODEX Japan 2012 slated on 6 to 9 March at Makuhari Messe, Chiba, Japan.Wed, 11 Jan 2012 06:15:53 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11767845-philippine-selling-mission-to-middle-east-boosts-food-exports-by-us32m.html Leveraging on the viable trade opportunities in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states, the Philippine Selling Mission to the Middle East generated over US$32 Million food export sales from November 18 to December 2, 2011.Tue, 10 Jan 2012 05:28:08 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11759007-intl-trade-experts-stress-artisanship-as-phls-strength.html The revival of the handicraft industry and the distinct artisanal quality of Philippine-made products were highlighted by trade experts from the USA and Japan as the Philippines’ strength at the recent Manila FAME International October 2011.Wed, 28 Dec 2011 08:11:09 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11744282-phl-export-sales-up-by-62-at-manila-fame.html The Center for International Trade Missions and Expositions’ (CITEM) signature trade show, Manila FAME International, contributed US$ 31.29 Million to Philippine exports, a 62 percent increase compared to the show’s previous sales.Thu, 08 Dec 2011 05:59:12 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11732646-philippine-vco-yellowfin-tuna-make-splash-at-german-food-fair.html Virgin coconut oil and yellowfin tuna products from the Philippines were bestsellers at the recent ANUGA 2011, the world's largest food and beverage fair, held in Cologne, Germany. The Philippine group raked in total sales of US$35.1M.Thu, 24 Nov 2011 06:09:03 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11725338-citem-and-kidp-launches-first-philippines-korea-design-sharing-2011.html DTI-CITEM, KIDP and the KODFA, in cooperation with DTI-PDDCP) will be holding “The Philippines-Korea Design Sharing: Building Partnerships & Sharing Knowledge” on 17 - 18 November 2011 at the Manila Hotel.Wed, 16 Nov 2011 08:10:22 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11694838-manila-fame-international-triumph-of-four-world-class-event-brands.html The 54th edition of the Manila FAME International, Asia’s foremost design show, marks an industry milestone as it opens along with three major sourcing event brands in the country on 16 to 19 October 2011 at the SMX Convention Center.Fri, 14 Oct 2011 03:32:10 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11692173-44th-katha-awards-to-honor-design-excellence.html The Philippine Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), through the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM), will hold the 44th Katha Awards in recognition of Philippine design excellence.Wed, 12 Oct 2011 06:01:49 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11690603-prestigious-foreign-buyers-coming-for-manila-fame.html Prestigious foreign buyers of lifestyle and creative products are flocking to Manila to seek out suppliers of their local and global market requirements.Tue, 11 Oct 2011 05:52:44 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11684245-europes-top-dept-store-chain-sends-export-buyers-to-manila.html Europe’s top department store chain is sending two of its export buyers to Manila FAME International.Wed, 05 Oct 2011 04:08:33 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11684244-australian-market-keen-on-green-philippine-products.html David Leek, CEO of the 3,500-member Gifts and Homewares Australia (GHA), commits to bring about 50 buyers to the Philippines for the October 2011 Manila FAME International.Wed, 05 Oct 2011 04:04:29 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11655775-four-big-brands-in-one-show-manila-fame-international-weaves-dreams-into-design-realities-oct2011.html This October 2011, Asia's foremost design show Manila FAME International weaves into one grand story the dreams of the Philippines' most innovative designers, artists, and creative manufacturers into one exciting and richly-textured event.Mon, 12 Sep 2011 03:37:00 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11655774-philippines-surpasses-target-sales-at-asean-japan-business-expo.html Over US$6 million or more than 500% from last year's negotiated sales of US$1.1 million was secured by the recent Philippine participation in the ASEAN-Food & Beverage Trade Mission with Business Meetings in Japan.Mon, 12 Sep 2011 03:17:43 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11653252-philippines-eyes-trade-and-investments-in-tropical-fruits-at-anuga-2011.html The Philippines aims to carve a greater slice of the US$4 billion global market for fresh and processed tropical fruits as it participates in ANUGA 2011, the world's largest food and beverage fair, to be held on 12-18 October 2011 in Germany.Fri, 09 Sep 2011 02:35:55 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11595110-export-industry-leaders-and-design-icons-unify-to-pursue-one-brand-one-image-one-show.html The search for one brand identity and one image for the Philippines' design-driven export industry was finally addressed in a recently concluded Branding Workshop organized by the DTI through CITEM.Fri, 22 Jul 2011 03:40:58 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11595102-citem-and-international-experts-set-in-motion-bigger-manila-fame-international.html The Philippine Department of Trade and Industry through the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions aims to synchronize the country’s efforts towards making the October edition of Manila FAME International a bigger show.Fri, 22 Jul 2011 03:35:14 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11595100-philippines-targets-to-surpass-last-years-us11m-sales-in-this-years-asean-japan-bizexpo.html The Philippines joins 9 countries in this year's ASEAN-Food & Beverage Trade Mission with Business Meetings from 25 July to 5 August 2011 at the ASEAN-Japan Centre in Tokyo, Japan.Fri, 22 Jul 2011 03:29:48 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11595093-trendsetting-manila-fame-international-sets-global-home-fashion-concepts.html Naturalist, Mood Indigo, and Graffiti are the key global trends for the home and fashion sectors underpinning the products which will be featured in the 54th Manila FAME International, the Philippines' premier design trade event.Fri, 22 Jul 2011 03:26:11 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11435723-value-added-tuna-products-improve-variety-and-health-benefits.html KM Food Products, based in General Santos City, manufactures innovative value-added tuna products without monosodium glutamate (MSG) and artificial coloring. It will be joining the 8th International Food Exhibition Philippines on 12-14 May 2011.Thu, 14 Apr 2011 01:57:22 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11422244-food-companies-encouraged-to-invest-in-product-and-packaging-innovation.html The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) through CITEM, is launching the 2011 Trendy Award Competition to search for innovations in content and packaging of new food products and applications.Thu, 07 Apr 2011 03:51:24 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11404714-more-than-400-exhibitors-join-the-8th-international-food-exhibition-philippines.html The Philippines' biggest food brands, together with 400 local and foreign exhibitors, will be joining the 8th International Food Exhibition (IFEX) Philippines in a bid to boost the country’s food exports in May.Tue, 29 Mar 2011 07:22:08 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11285179-philippines-eyes-trade-and-investments-from-trillion-dollar-india-market.html The Philippines will participate in the India-ASEAN Business Fair and Conclave to be held in New Delhi, India on 2-6 March 2011, to be led by Trade Secretary Gregory L. Domingo.Wed, 09 Feb 2011 07:02:43 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11025465-philippine-eco-fair-boosts-business-for-green-companies.html Eco-inspired solutions took center stage in a successful convergence of business strategy and green advocacy at the maiden run of the recently concluded Philippine International Eco-Show (PINES).Tue, 26 Oct 2010 07:41:00 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11025459-paper-swimwear-at-manila-fame-international.html Intrepid swimsuit designer Twinkle Ferraren's unconventional techniques coupled with her quirky use of indigenous materials have enabled her to ride the waves and define her as a shining star within the many constellations of fashion design.Tue, 26 Oct 2010 07:36:29 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11025422-local-company-transforms-turn-of-the-century-concepts-to-eclectic-furniture-designs.html On its 52nd edition, Manila F.A.M.E. International welcomes new exhibitors that are bolder and offer exciting and refreshing twists when it comes to producing home interiors and furnishings.Tue, 26 Oct 2010 07:32:29 GMT https://www.prlog.org/10973020-local-manufacturer-sets-trends-in-natural-cosmetics.html This October, Nature Wonders Enterprises will be among the exhibitors of Manila F.A.M.E. International in the show’s Health and Wellness Zone, a CITEM-led bi-annual tradeshow for home and lifestyle products slated to run on October 18-21, 2010.Mon, 04 Oct 2010 07:14:56 GMT https://www.prlog.org/10918535-inspired-by-naturefilipino-manufacturers-bring-indigenous-fibers-to-70thtokyointernationalgiftshow.html 10 Philippine fiber companies showcase their fashion design pieces created from indigenous fibers at the autumn edition of the 70th Tokyo International Gift Show in Japan.Thu, 09 Sep 2010 03:16:28 GMT https://www.prlog.org/10906012-local-filipino-brands-make-its-7th-foray-in-the-china-asean-expo.html With a theme of "Philippines: We do business with a smile", the Philippines will promote the country as a top producer of quality products and services and continue to fortify linkages with China and ASEAN member countries.Fri, 03 Sep 2010 03:37:18 GMT https://www.prlog.org/10906008-indigenous-materials-for-sustainable-fashion-british-expert-elevates-filipino-design.html Independent British fashion consultant Maureen Tomaney was resource speaker and facilitator to the recently concluded Fashion Definition Workshop held last August 2-6, reported the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions.Fri, 03 Sep 2010 03:31:59 GMT