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PH Rises in Global Innovation Ecosystem, Set to Host its 1st Int’l Conference, Expo on IP Commercialization
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By Heherson Valdez
Manila, Philippines —The Department of Science and Technology (DOST), the country's lead government agency tasked with steering scientific, technological, and innovation efforts, has further solidified the international standing of Filipino innovators ahead of the 1st International Conference and Exposition on Innovations (ICE on I) with the campaign banner PHILIPPiNEXT, scheduled this July 14–17 at Okada Manila.
The Technology Application and Promotion Institute (DOST-TAPI) serves as the implementing arm of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), advancing the commercialization of research and scientific outputs, providing intellectual property (IP) support, and promoting Filipino innovations in both local and international markets. Guided by its vision to be a strategic partner in advancing national socio-economic growth by advocating a culture of innovation and promoting globally-competitive, useful technologies, the Institute has turned this vision into a reality.
What's NEXT: DOST-TAPI's First Media Conference
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By Mirielle Vacal
Bicutan, Taguig City – The Department of Science and Technology - Technology Application and Promotion Institute (DOST-TAPI) is thrilled to announce "What's NEXT: An Inside Access to Stories That Connect the World," an exclusive media conference set for July 14, 2025. This special event is a side event to DOST-TAPI's inaugural International Conference and Expositions on Innovations (ICE on I), branded as PHILIPPiNEXT.
Five (5) Things You Should Do in PHILIPPiNEXT
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By Mirielle Vacal
The Technology Application and Promotion Institute (DOST-TAPI) is set to host the country's first-ever International Conference and Exposition on Innovations (ICE on I) from July 14 to 16, 2025, under its PHILIPPiNEXT campaign. To learn more about the event, please read further. In collaboration with the Department of Science and Technology, the Asian and Pacific Centre for Transfer of Technology (APCTT), and funded by the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA), DOST-TAPI has organized a series of exciting activities for the visitors and guests of ICE on I.
DOST-TAPI Launches New PR Campaign to Boost Awareness of its Programs and Services
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By Heherson Valdez
To increase public awareness of its programs, services, as well as its initiatives to the public, the Technology Application and Promotion Institute (DOST-TAPI) unveiled its Digital Gate Campaign. This campaign also employs a strategic, pop-culture–inspired communication approach to laymanize complex science, technology, and innovation (STI) related information and make it instantly accessible.
Turning innovations into commercialized ventures in the Philippines comes with numerous challenges, including limited access to funding, a weak culture of innovation, and difficulties in connecting with both national and global networks. This was reflected in the 2024 Global Innovation Index (GII) by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), where the Philippines ranked 53rd out of 133 economies, signaling moderate innovation capability and output. While this is commendable among lower-middle-income countries, it still falls short of international benchmarks.
Moreover, the 2025 Global Startup Ecosystem Index by StartupBlink revealed a further drop in ranking to 64th place, marking the country’s fourth consecutive year of decline. This trend highlights systemic issues in building and sustaining a globally-competitive startup ecosystem.
Although the Philippines is rich in homegrown innovations, many Filipino innovators and science-based enterprises continue to struggle with commercialization and adoption. A key factor is the lack of awareness about the government’s innovation-focused programs and services.
Through Digital Gate, DOST-TAPI seeks to break down these barriers by translating its programs and services into relatable, easy-to-digest content and making innovation more inclusive and accessible to all Filipinos.