Courtesy meeting.

Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Maria Cristina Aldeguer-Roque meets with representatives of Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. (SMBC) to discuss opportunities for the bank’s growth in the Philippines and explore ways to strengthen their partnership. The courtesy meeting reaffirmed DTI’s commitment to supporting SMBC’s programs and initiatives in the country. Roque says DTI’s collaboration with institutions like SMBC is crucial in positioning the Philippines as a premier trade and investment hub in the region.