Phl to boost role in global trade security

The Philippines is committed to bolstering its role in ensuring global trade security and preventing the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction (WMD), according to Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Cristina A. Roque.

This commitment was reaffirmed during the Philippine Strategic Trade Management Summit held on September 9. 

“As our bid for a non-permanent seat in the UN Security Council for the term 2027-2028 picks up momentum, we aim to solidify our role as a reliable partner and a peacemaker,” said the trade chief. 

“Therefore, we remain committed to refining our national strategic trade management framework, addressing challenges in implementation and enforcement, and strengthening our capabilities,” she added. 

As one of the lead implementing agencies of the Strategic Trade Management Act (STMA), the DTI has contributed significantly to building a robust national STM system through its Strategic Trade Management Office (STMO).  

Key achievements include the expansion of the dedicated STMO team from six to 33 professionals, the registration of 90 enterprises, and the issuance of 154 export authorizations.