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The DOST-PTRI signed Memorandum of Agreements (MOAs) to boost the Philippine silk industry during the 5th Philippine Silk Summit in Cagayan de Oro City. These agreements were made with the Organization For Industrial, Spiritual And Cultural Advancement (OISCA) Philippines, the Department of Tourism Region 10, the Local Government Unit of Villanueva, the Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University - Sericulture Research and Development Institute (DMMMSU-SRDI), and the Department of Agriculture Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority. 

The DOST-PTRI organized an exhibition showcasing the silk production value chain, offering visitors a unique insight into the journey from germplasm to silk fabric. This educational aspect highlights the importance of sustainable and locally-driven practices in silk production. 

The Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI) mounted the KatHABI: A Textile Innovation Exhibit at the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) from February 26 to March 01, at the DBM Boncodin Hall. The opening of the exhibit was graced by DOST Secretary Renato U. Solidum, Jr. and DBM Secretary Amenah Pangandaman. 

As part of National Arts Month, the DOST-Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI), in partnership with the Office of the Senate President Pro Tempore Hon. Loren Legarda, organized an exhibit entitled "KatHABI: Textile Innovation Exhibition" from February 5th to 8th, 2024, at the 2nd Floor Hallway, Senate of the Philippines, Pasay City. The opening was graced by Sen. Loren Legarda, Sen. Nancy Binay, DOST Secretary Dr. Renato U. Solidum, Jr., Senate Secretary Atty. Renato N. Bantug Jr., DOST-PTRI Director Dr. Julius L. Leaño, Jr., and Filipino-American Fashion Designer Anthony Cruz Legarda.