Manila, July 18 -- The public and private sectors are closely supporting the growth of Filipino micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSME), the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) assured on Saturday as it marks the National MSME Month.

Speaking at the GoNegosyo-led MSME Summit 2026 at SM Mall of Asia Music Hall in Pasay City, DTI Secretary Cristina Roque said the Marcos administration continues to partner with stakeholders to get government programs closer to MSMEs across the country.

Through financing schemes, training and export support, Roque said the government is more than ready to help entrepreneurs scale up their businesses.

"DTI works very closely with GoNegosyo kasi marami ilang natutulungan talaga, lalo na sa mentoring a...