DTI eyes 12 new Negosyo Centers in CL this 2016

• Source:http://news.pia.gov.ph/article/view/561456836555/dti-eyes-12-new-negosyo-centers-in-cl-this-2016
• Saturday, March 5, 2016

By Carlo Lorenzo J. Datu (CLJD-PIA 3)

ANGELES CITY (PIA) -- Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) eyes the establishment of 12 Negosyo Centers in Central Luzon this 2016.

They will be located in the towns of Iba in Zambales, Hermosa in Bataan, Guiguinto in Bulacan, Cabiao in Nueva Ecija, San Luis in Aurora, and Capas and Moncada in Tarlac.

Also, in the cities of Angeles, Gapan, San Jose, and San Jose del Monte.

The Provincial Government of Pampanga is also looking forward at establishing its own Negosyo Center this year.

“Negosyo Centers seek to help start-up businesses, potential entrepreneurs, and existing micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs),” DTI Regional Director Judith Angeles said.

Under the Republic Act 10644 othewise known as the Go Negosyo Act, a Negosyo Center shall be established in each local government unit nationwide to support inclusive growth and economic development.

“They provide business consultancy, capacity building, product design and development, monitoring, and other support services for MSMEs,” Angeles said.

The Negosyo Centers are supported by MSME development councils, local chambers of commerce, business associations, and academic institutions.

Last year, 11 Negosyo Centers were established which are located in City of San Fernando and San Simon in Pampanga, Olongapo City, and Balanga City and Dinalupihan in Bataan.

The same opened in Tarlac City and Concepcion, Tarlac; Malolos City; Cabanatuan City; and Maria Aurora and Baler in Aurora.