Awards for MSMEs back in Bataan
The search for the most outstanding micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) also known as “Galing! Bataan” awards is back after a two-year break due to the pandemic.
The search for the most outstanding micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) also known as “Galing! Bataan” awards is back after a two-year break due to the pandemic.
Former Defense Secretary and senatorial candidate Gilbert ‘Gibo’ Teodoro aims to intensify the “buy local” campaign for Filipino consumers to patronize Philippine-made products and local industries.
DTI Central Luzon continues to provide livelihood aid to potential and existing entrepreneurs amid the pandemic. DTI Regional Director Leonila Baluyut said they have several programs for micro, small, and medium enterprises not only to help them survive but also to help them continue to grow.

Governor Susan Yap emphasized that the Tarlac Trade Fair is a good platform to promote local products, create business opportunities and contribute to the development of the local economy.

Micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) are the hardest hit sector in the country even as they account for more than 90% of enterprises. Called as the backbone of the economy, MSMEs provide employment to more than 5.3M Filipinos.