FedEx & DTI Empower Filipino Textile MSMEs with Global Trade Training
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In a strategic move to strengthen the global competitiveness of Filipino textile micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), FedEx Express has teamed up with the Philippine Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) to deliver a comprehensive FedEx Masterclass on international trade and logistics. The training, held on December 3, 2025, in Taytay, Rizal, brought together 33 local textile businesses looking to expand their export capabilities.
The initiative focused on practical, export-oriented logistics skills to help MSMEs navigate common barriers in global trade. Topics included accurate air waybill preparation, required documentation for import/export compliance, best practices in packaging textile shipments, and end-to-end shipment tracking, critical competencies for reliable and efficient global shipping.
According to trade data, the Philippine textile sector exported USD 892 million in 2024, ranking 13th among the country’s export categories, with major markets such as the United States, Japan, China, South Korea, and the United Kingdom. In the same year, textile imports totalled USD 2.18 billion, underscoring the industry’s active role in both inbound and outbound trade.
“By sharing our logistics expertise and leveraging FedEx’s global network, we aim to make international trade simpler and more accessible for Filipino MSMEs,” said Maribeth Espinosa, Managing Director of FedEx Philippines. She emphasised that the collaboration goes beyond parcel delivery; it seeks to unlock new growth avenues for small exporters and integrate them into global supply chains.
The training reflects broader efforts to foster inclusive economic development by enabling smaller enterprises to expand beyond domestic markets. With enhanced logistics knowledge, MSMEs are better positioned to meet international trade requirements, reduce shipment delays, and build trust with overseas buyers.
In summary, the FedEx-DTI partnership marks a significant step toward empowering Filipino textile MSMEs with the tools and know-how needed to compete globally, strengthening the sector’s export readiness and long-term resilience.
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