The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has launched a partnership with foodpanda Philippines to facilitate the upskilling of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). This collaboration aims to provide MSMEs with essential knowledge and tools to enhance their e-commerce capabilities.
Empowering Local Businesses
The DTI's E-Commerce Bureau (ECB) signed a memorandum of understanding with foodpanda, a subsidiary of Delivery Hero Philippines, Inc. This initiative focuses on offering capacity-building programs, including workshops, skills training, and merchant onboarding.
This collaboration demonstrates how the government and industry can work together to make digital opportunities more accessible and inclusive.
Eryl Royce R. Nagtalon, ECB Director
- Training on navigating the Internet Transactions Act (Republic Act No. 111967)
- Workshops on e-commerce best practices
This partnership underscores the growing importance of e-commerce in the Philippines, which has been a significant driver of the digital economy. According to the Philippine Statistics Authority, the digital sector grew 5.4% last year, reaching P2.74 trillion, with e-commerce representing 32.2% or P880.46 billion.
By equipping MSMEs with the necessary skills and market access, the DTI and foodpanda are taking steps to ensure these businesses can thrive in an increasingly digital marketplace.