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Pascual urges MSMES to safeguard IP rights

THE Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is urging micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to protect their intellectual property (IP) rights to strengthen market presence and enhance company valuations.

Trade Secretary Alfredo Pascual emphasized the important role of IP in protecting innovations by Filipino enterprises, especially small businesses. He added this also ensures that these contribute to the country's economic and social development.