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The Department of Science and Technology – Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI) is strengthening its partnership with the Hong Kong Research Institute of Textiles and Apparel (HKRITA).

The Department of Science and Technology – Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI) recently met with key officials of the Centre for Heritage, Arts & Textile (CHAT) in Hong Kong to discuss opportunities for collaboration. The meeting was attended by the representatives of CHAT including Reimi Imaizumi, Head of Partnership and Development; Mak Tsz Kam, Manager of Partnership and Development; and Bruce Li, Associate Curator for Exhibitions and Collections (Heritage and Textiles). Representing the Philippine Trade and Investment Center (PTIC) in Hong Kong, Atty. Roberto B. Mabalot, Jr., Vice Consul (Commercial) and Commercial Attaché, joined the DOST-PTRI during the engagement.

The Department of Science and Technology – Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI) joined other key agencies at the 7th Philippine Handloom Weaving Interagency Meeting, held at the Intellectual Property Center, McKinley Hill Town Center, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City.

The Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI) would like to extend gratitude to everyone who joined us at NEXT @ Fashion InStyle. As the only Philippine booth at the event, DOST-PTRI carried the flag for the Philippines, proudly representing the country's growing strength in sustainable textile innovation ecosystem. To all the buyers, traders, investors, fashion designers, and textile stakeholders who took the time to connect with us, thank you for your support and for sharing this important moment with us.