HR00515: A RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING AND COMMENDING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRADE AND INDUSTRY - CENTER FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE AND EXPOSITION AND MISSIONS FOR GARNERING THE BEST EXPORT PROMOTION AGENCY OF SOUTHEAST ASIA FOR 2022 BY THE CAPITAL FINANCE INTERNATIONAL
House Resolution No. 515 congratulates and commends the Department of Trade and Industry - Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM) for being awarded the "Best Export Promotion Agency of Southeast Asia for 2022" by Capital Finance International. CITEM, the export promotion arm of the Philippine Department of Trade and Industry, was recognized for its notable efforts and milestones, particularly its successful transition to digital platforms during the pandemic. CITEM's initiatives include bringing "Manila FAME" into the digital sphere with "FAME+", and launching "Creative Futures," "IFEX Philippines," and "SSX" to promote Philippine creative industries, food, and sustainable solutions.
This resolution acknowledges CITEM's commitment to developing, nurturing, and promoting globally competitive micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), exporters, designers, and manufacturers. The award signifies CITEM's dedication to creativity, excellence, and innovation in promoting the Philippines as a premier destination for quality export products and services. The recognition serves as an inspiration for CITEM to further its commitment and for the country to be known as a creative hub with strong digital skills and artisanal workmanship.