International fair opens global opportunities, increases income for Tarlac MSMEs

TARLAC CITY (PIA) — The participation of about 10 micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) from Tarlac in the Ambiente International Consumer Goods Trade Fair in Frankfurt, Germany, from February 6 to 10 has opened wider global opportunities and increased income for the local entrepreneurs of the province.  Facilitated by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)… Read More International fair opens global opportunities, increases income for Tarlac MSMEs

Savings in step: Learning financial lessons from a traditional folk dance

WHENEVER Buwan ng Wika or the school’s foundation day comes around, the repertoire usually consists of students dancing with intense focus to Tinikling or moving gracefully to Cariñosa. And then there’s Pandanggo sa Ilaw. Under the graceful glow of lit up candles placed inside clear glasses that are carefully balanced by both hands and on… Read More Savings in step: Learning financial lessons from a traditional folk dance

Bataan eyed as ASEAN pilot province for MSME business application system

By Rick P. Quiambao | May 29, 2026 BALANGA CITY (PIA) — Bataan is being considered as a pilot province for an Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) initiative that aims to streamline business application processes for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), potentially improving ease of doing business and attracting investments.  The initiative also reflects efforts… Read More Bataan eyed as ASEAN pilot province for MSME business application system