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⚽️ 𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐃𝐄 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐏𝐇𝐈𝐋𝐈𝐏𝐏𝐈𝐍𝐄𝐒: 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐊𝐨𝐧𝐠! 🇵🇭✨

The Philippine Trade and Investment Center - Hong Kong (PTIC-HK) cordially invites the Filipino community in Hong Kong to witness a historic and thrilling match as KITCHEE (傑志體育會) faces off against TSL FC (仁足社)! 🏆

Let us come together to loudly cheer for our very own heroes—Isabel Bandoja and Lanie Ortillo! From being former street children in the Philippines to representing our nation in the 2025 Futsal World Cup, they are now playing professionally for TSL FC right here in Hong Kong. Their journey defines the true heart and resilience of the Filipino spirit! 💪❤️

🌟 SPECIAL GUEST OF HONOR: We are deeply deeply honored to announce that Her Excellency Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, former President of the Philippines, will be gracing this spectacular event to show her personal support for our athletes!

📅 𝐖𝐇𝐄𝐍: 14 June (Sunday) | Entrance at 5:15 PM | Match starts at 6:00 PM
📍𝐖𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐄: HK Football Club Ground, Happy Valley
🎟 𝐀𝐃𝐌𝐈𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍: Complimentary

🎁 𝐄𝐗𝐂𝐋𝐔𝐒𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐊: Free TSL FC Fan T-Shirts are available on a first-come, first-served basis starting at 5:15 PM! Arrive early to secure yours! 👕🔥

Bring your family, your friends, and your loud proud voices! Let’s turn the stadium blue, red, and yellow for our athletes! 🇵🇭⚽️

𝐃𝐓𝐈, 𝐂𝐈𝐓𝐄𝐌 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐃𝐎𝐒𝐓-𝐏𝐓𝐑𝐈 𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐄 𝐓𝐎 𝐒𝐇𝐎𝐖𝐂𝐀𝐒𝐄 𝐏𝐇𝐈𝐋𝐈𝐏𝐏𝐈𝐍𝐄 𝐒𝐔𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐁𝐋𝐄 𝐅𝐀𝐒𝐇𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐈𝐍𝐍𝐎𝐕𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐀𝐓 𝐇𝐎𝐍𝐆 𝐊𝐎𝐍𝐆 𝐅𝐀𝐒𝐇𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐈𝐍𝐒𝐓𝐘𝐋𝐄 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

𝐇𝐎𝐍𝐆 𝐊𝐎𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐀𝐑, 𝟓 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 – The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) of the Philippines, through its overseas representative office in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR) and Macau SAR, the Philippine Trade and Investment Center – Hong Kong (PTIC-HK) in collaboration with the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM) and the Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI), successfully organized the Philippines’ participation in the Fashion InStyle and Home InStyle from 27 – 30 April 2026 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC).

As the official Partner Country, the Philippine delegation, under the collective brand FASHIONPhilippines, headlined the NEXT@Fashion InStyle exhibit. The showcase positioned the nation at the intersection of artisanal heritage and next-generation material science, featuring 26 elite Filipino companies with designs rooted in culture and engineered for a circular economy.

A major highlight was the debut of revolutionary textiles derived from indigenous fibers, such as pineapple leaf and abaca. This initiative, a partnership with DOST-PTRI, demonstrated the global competitiveness of "Telang Pinoy" as a sustainable alternative for international markets.

In addition, two concurrent activities were organized during the Philippines’ participation in Fashion InStyle:

𝟏. 𝐅𝐀𝐒𝐇𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞: 𝐀 𝐒𝐲𝐦𝐩𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐭𝐲𝐥𝐞

On 28 April 2026, the FASHIONPhilippines Parade took place at The Runway, HKCEC. This high-energy showcase featured curated traditional and contemporary designs from leading brands, including Bayo, Abacatex, and Thian Rodriguez, complemented by artisan accessories from Arnel Papa. The event drew approximately 100 industry professionals and trade buyers.

𝟐. 𝐒𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫: 𝐅𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬

Moderated by Mr. Boggs C. Leaño, Division Chief of CITEM’s Home Lifestyle Division, the seminar "Fashioning the Future in the Philippines" organized on 29 April 2026 at The Runway, Hall 3FG of the HKCEC, featured 3 keynote speakers, Dr. Julius L. Leaño, Director IV of DOST-PTRI; Ms. Lucia Capuyan-Catanes, Creative Director of Narda's Handwoven Arts and Crafts Inc., and Ms. Anna Marie R. Lagon, CEO of Bayo Manila Inc. The seminar served as a strategic platform to showcase the nation’s evolution into a global hub for sustainable design. It highlighted the potent synergy between traditional craftsmanship and next-generation material science, specifically exploring how the Philippines leverages its rich heritage of indigenous textiles to drive the global circular fashion movement.

In addition, CITEM represented 5 Filipino companies at the concurrent Home InStyle exhibition, showcasing high-end home and lifestyle products at a dedicated pavilion.

The 4-day participation yielded a total export sales performance of US$ 322,393.27. This includes US$ 39,398.26 in immediate retail sales and US$ 283,994.91 in negotiated deals. The delegation connected with 103 trade buyers, resulting in 309 trade inquiries.

This year’s Fashion InStyle and Home InStyle successfully attracted 12,000 and 20,000 buyers, respectively. While the majority of international attendees originated from China, Taiwan, and Japan, there was notable growth in participation from the Philippines, Canada, and Türkiye, further cementing the fairs' reputation as premier global trade events.

For more information regarding the Philippines’ participation in this year’s Fashion InStyle and Home InStyle or for business matching assistance, please contact PTIC-HK at [email protected] or visit our official Facebook account at DTI Hong Kong.

𝐃𝐓𝐈 𝐒𝐔𝐏𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐒 𝐏𝐇𝐈𝐋𝐈𝐏𝐏𝐈𝐍𝐄𝐒’ 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐏𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐈𝐍
𝐌𝐀𝐂𝐀𝐔 𝐌𝐈𝐓𝐄

𝐌𝐀𝐂𝐀𝐔 𝐒𝐀𝐑, 𝟏𝟒 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 – The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) of the Philippines, through its overseas representative office in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR) and Macau SAR, the Philippine Trade and Investment Center – Hong Kong (PTIC-HK) in collaboration with Philippine Consulate General in Macau SAR (PCG Macau) and Philippine Department of Tourism – Shanghai Office (PDOT - Shanghai) , supported the Philippines’ participation in the Macau International Travel (Industry) Expo (MITE), from 10 – 12 April 2026 at the Cotai Expo, The Venetian Macau.

Under the unified "Love the Philippines" campaign, PTIC-HK has established a dedicated product showcase booth within the Philippine Pavilion. This year’s exhibition goes beyond tourism, highlighting the Philippines as a premier source of high-quality consumer goods for Macau, the Greater Bay Area and international markets.

PTIC-HK's display area within the Philippine Pavilion features a curated selection of world-class Philippine exports by showcasing signature products from the Philippines including coffee, craft beers, snacks, seasoning and personal care products from eight (8) brands:

Beverages: Engkanto (Craft Beer), Empereur Farms OPC, and Cafe Cuatro PH Coffee Store.
Culinary Essentials: Mama Sita’s seasonings, The Baken snacks.
Personal Care: Hair Reve, Dermtropics, and Coconut Plus.

In addition to trade products, the Philippine Pavilion featured 10 major players from the tourism sector, including Hotel101 Global Limited, Cebu Air Inc., Okada Manila, and Solaire Resort Entertainment City.

Throughout the 3-day event, PTIC-HK representatives facilitated on-site resource hubs at its display area at the Philippine Pavilion to host business matching sessions and offered market insights and consultancy for Macao-based distributors and retailers looking to source authentic Philippine products.

Organized by the Macau Government Tourism Office (MGTO) since 2013, the MITE is Macau’s premier UFI-accredited tourism event, serving as a vital bridge between Mainland China and international markets. This year’s edition reached new heights, attracted over 700 exhibitors from 59 countries and regions, and is expected to draw more than 40,000 visitors in person alongside millions of online viewers.

For more information regarding the Philippines’ participation in this year’s MITE or for business matching assistance, please contact PTIC-HK at [email protected] or visit our official Facebook account at DTI Hong Kong.

Day 1: Experience Filipino Excellence at Fashion InStyle and Home InStyle 2026! 🇵🇭✨

Today marks the opening of the Philippine Pavilion at Fashion InStyle and Home InStyle. As a featured partner for sustainable innovation, the Philippine Trade and Investment is proud to present a diverse delegation of 33 world-class exhibitors.

Visit our strategic locations:

Fashion InStyle (Hall 3FG): A premier destination for sustainable sourcing, creative fabrication, and heritage-driven materials from 25 companies.

Home InStyle (Hall 5E-B11): 5 elite CITEM exhibitors blending contemporary trends with traditional craftsmanship.

Home InStyle (Hall 3CE): Featured 3 independent exhibitors: Conway Designs, Brandlite, and Philexport.

The PTIC-HK invite global partners to explore our world-class manufacturing capabilities. For business matching, contact us at [email protected].

⏳ 1 DAY TO GO! | The Philippine Showcase Opens Tomorrow! 🇵🇭✨

The wait is almost over! Tomorrow, the Philippines officially takes center stage at two of Hong Kong’s premier design events. From sustainable homewares to avant-garde fashion, we are ready to show the world how Filipino heritage is shaping global trends.

Whether you are a professional buyer seeking interior inspiration or a fashion scout looking for the future of eco-innovation, the Philippine Pavilion is your must-visit destination.

👗 Fashion InStyle 2026 | Sustainable Future
Experience our biggest and boldest presence yet as a Featured Partner of the NEXT@Fashion InStyle Zone:
📍 Hall 3FG: 25 elite Filipino companies showcasing the next wave of visionary design.
✨ Highlight: Discover revolutionary textiles derived from pineapple leaf and abaca fibers—the future of ethical luxury.
🗓 Dates: 27–30 April 2026
📍 Venue: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC)

🏠 Home InStyle 2026 | Soulful Living

Discover artisanal masterpieces where heritage meets contemporary global aesthetics:
📍 Hall 5E (Cultural & Creative Avenue): 5 elite exhibitors under CITEM (Booth 5E-B11)
📍 Hall 3CE: 3 independent exhibitors showcasing sustainable home solutions.
👉 Don't miss: Conway Designs Inc. (3C-E23), Brandlite Philippine Inc (3E-A15), and Philexport Southern Tagalog (3C-D32)

🎟 Register for your complimentary pass:
Home InStyle: https://shorturl.at/ti1UI
Fashion InStyle: https://shorturl.at/rtmEO

📧 For inquiries or business matching assistance: [email protected] | +852 2823 8533

See you tomorrow at the HKCEC! Let’s celebrate the soul of Filipino design together.

🇵🇭 Spotlight: The Future of Filipino Heritage – From Ancestral Weaves to Avant-Garde Design

Join us at the Philippine Pavilion as we celebrate the next wave of visionary brands. Today, we’re featuring five exceptional exhibitors who are blending indigenous materials and handwoven traditions with high-tech craftsmanship and sustainable artistry.

Step into the world of Filipino luxury and innovation:

✨ Yndan | Bridging History and Modernity
A champion of the Philippines’ textile heritage, Yndan partners directly with women weavers to handpick unique designs. By integrating historical craftsmanship with contemporary fabrics, they create modern, wearable fashion that tells a powerful story.

🌿 Tuwas Yakan Weavers | The Living Patterns of Basilan
An indigenous-owned brand dedicated to preserving Basilan’s heritage. Using polycotton and organic cotton, they weave over 30 nature-inspired patterns entirely from memory, transforming ancestral skill into versatile fashion and home accessories.

💍 Virtucio | Island-Inspired Eco-Luxury
Drawing inspiration from the Philippine islands, Virtucio transforms upcycled metals into timeless jewelry. Their elegant designs prove that sustainability and sophisticated aesthetics go hand-in-hand through repurposed materials.

👜 Vesti | The Soul of Mindanao
Vesti creates sophisticated collections using rich handwoven techniques from Mindanao. As a social enterprise, they champion sustainability while providing meaningful livelihood opportunities to their artisan communities.

🧵 Tribo Estilo | Heritage for Everyday Wear
Bringing Filipino design into the modern wardrobe, Tribo Estilo features traditional weaving techniques on chic, modern wearables. It’s a celebration of cultural pride designed for everyday style.

Visit the Philippine Pavilion:
🗓 Dates: 27–30 April 2026
📍 Venue: Hall 3FG, HKCEC
🎟 Get your complimentary pass here: https://shorturl.at/rtmEO or scan the QR code in the poster.

For inquiries or business matching assistance, reach out to us at: [email protected].

🇵🇭 Spotlight: The Future of Filipino Heritage – From Ancestral Weaves to Avant-Garde Design

Join us at the Philippine Pavilion as we celebrate the next wave of visionary brands. Today, we’re featuring five exceptional exhibitors who are blending indigenous materials like Piña and Abaca with high-tech craftsmanship and edgy artistry.

Step into the world of Filipino luxury and innovation:

✨ PLV Trading | Nature’s Intricate Harmony
Experience the perfect fusion of coastal elements and meticulous craft. PLV Trading combines natural shell and wood components with masterful hand-beading and crocheting, creating accessories that are true wearable art.

🍍 Raquel’s Piña Cloth Products | The Queen of Textiles
Preserving the legacy of Aklan, Raquel’s brings the world-renowned "Piña" fabric to the global stage. Their hand-woven pineapple textiles bridge centuries of tradition with sophisticated, high-end contemporary silhouettes.

🧵 Rowilda's Loomweaving | Heritage in Every Thread
A titan of the Ilocos Sur weaving tradition. Rowilda’s transforms storied handloom fabrics into chic home decor and modern apparel accents, proving that cultural pride is always in style.

🌿 Tela Tropika | Eco-Tech Fashion Pioneers
Where nature meets advanced manufacturing. Leading the way with Philippine Tropical Fabric (PTF), Tela Tropika uses pineapple leaf and abaca fibers to create sustainable garments that define the future of ethical fashion.

⛓️ Thian Rodriguez Manila | Bold, Edgy, Unapologetic
Redefining the Filipino aesthetic with a strong, contemporary identity. Thian Rodriguez is known for handcrafted apparel that daringly mixes metal, leather, and upcycled elements for those who lead the fashion curve.

Visit the Philippine Pavilion:
🗓 Dates: 27–30 April 2026
📍 Venue: Hall 3FG, HKCEC
🎟 Get your complimentary pass here: https://shorturl.at/rtmEO or scan the QR code in the poster.

For inquiries or business matching assistance, reach out to us at: [email protected].

🇵🇭 Spotlight: The Art of the Cycle – Transforming Recycled Elements into Refined Luxury

Experience the soul of Filipino artistry at the Philippine Pavilion. Today, we highlight five exceptional participating brands that bridge the gap between ancestral techniques and contemporary lifestyle, proving that ethical production is the ultimate luxury.

Discover the mastery of hand-crafted elegance:

✨ Kitsilver Jewellery | Sustainable Radiance
Elevating the beauty of brass, Kitsilver handcrafts jewelry using locally sourced and recycled materials. By empowering local artisans, they create contemporary, high-design pieces that significantly reduce environmental impact without losing a hint of refinement.

🌿 Likhang Maragondon | Innovation on the Loom
Where tradition meets science. Likhang Maragondon crafts unique products from natural fibers and bamboo. Their mastery of handloom techniques—weaving intricate fabrics from pineapple yarn and cotton blends—sets a new standard for eco-innovative textiles.

🧶 Narda’s | The Icon of Handwoven Art
A name synonymous with world-class quality. Narda’s is legendary for its hand-dyed and handwoven creations. Their signature is the contemporary Ikat—a traditional thread-dyeing method transformed into vibrant, modern patterns that capture the heart of the Cordilleras.

👠 Nifty Prestige | Ethical Footwear Excellence
With 13 years of expertise, Nifty Shoes proves that style can be compassionate. Specializing in high-quality vegan leather, they offer hand-crafted, versatile footwear ranging from trend-setting seasonal collections to bespoke, made-to-order services.

👜 Olly + Fely | Coastal Chic & Conscious Bags
In collaboration with skilled artisans from Bolinao, Olly + Fely creates eco-friendly bags that define the modern aesthetic. By merging natural fibers with refined craftsmanship, they deliver functional, clean-lined pieces that celebrate both style and the planet.

Visit the Philippine Pavilion:
🗓 Dates: 27–30 April 2026
📍 Venue: Hall 3FG, HKCEC
🎟 Register for your complimentary pass: https://shorturl.at/rtmEO or scan the QR code in the poster.

For more information or business matching assistance, please contact us through this email: [email protected].

🇵🇭 Spotlight: Redefining Luxury through Circular Innovation

Step into the future of fashion at the Philippine Pavilion. Today, we feature five visionary brands that are turning agricultural waste and heritage crafts into high-performance, sustainable masterpieces.
Discover the intersection of tradition and eco-responsibility:

♻️ Asiatex (Asia Textile Mills Inc.) | Fabrics for a Greener Future
Engineering the modern global market, Asiatex transforms agricultural waste into premium textiles. By blending pineapple leaf fibers with recycled polyester, they create lightweight, durable, and eco-responsible fabrics that don't compromise on performance.

🍍 Bayo | A Journey in Circular Fashion
A design-led leader in Philippine fashion, Bayo is at the forefront of community-based production. From pineapple fiber and Philippine cotton to textile waste, they breathe new life into materials through circular textile innovation and contemporary design.

👘 Cool Kimono Crafts | A Cross-Cultural Masterpiece
Where Japanese craftsmanship meets Filipino artistry. Cool Kimono Crafts reimagines vintage Japanese kimonos into unique fashion pieces—from bags and shoes to home decor—giving historic textiles a modern, artistic second life.

🌽 Crafter's Joy | The Beauty of the Cornhusk
Proving that nature has no waste, Crafter's Joy turns the humble cornhusk into the hero of their collection. This organic material is masterfully transformed into accessories and home decor that are incredibly light, durable, and 100% organic.

✨ Jevan Jewelry | Heritage Reimagined
Hailing from Meycauayan—the heart of Philippine jewelry craftsmanship—Jevan Jewelry merges classic elegance with unexpected materials. Their intricate pieces even feature repurposed scrap lace, blending fine jewelry techniques with contemporary creativity.

Visit the Philippine Pavilion:
🗓 Dates: 27–30 April 2026
📍 Venue: Hall 3FG, HKCEC

🎟 Register for your complimentary pass https://shorturl.at/rtmEO or scan the QR code in the poster.

For more information or business matching assistance, please contact us through this email [email protected].