DTI chief urges biz to tap 'halal' market
Trade Secretary Ramon Lopez (file photo) MANILA - Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Ramon Lopez has encouraged businesses, especially micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), to explore the "halal" market. During the 4th Philippine National Halal Conference on Thursday, Lopez said the halal industry could boost Philippine exports with the developments in the global halal economy. "The halal industry will add more exports, more to our export promotions because this is really a game-changer and a new segment for our export market," he said. As the country r...