ILOILO CITY, Dec. 18 -- The Department of Trade and Industry in Region 12 (Soccsksargen) opened its grandest trade expo, showcasing its best products at SM City in Iloilo City on Wednesday afternoon.

The five-day event dubbed "Treasures of Region 12: A Christmas Trade Expo in Western Visayas," featured products, such as chocolates, coffee, handicrafts, wearables, handwoven T'nalak, and artisanal crafts, of 60 micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) from South Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, Sarangani, and General Santos City.

The region also showcases its rich heritage through its colorful cultural performances, live product demonstrations, and pocket events.

"This event is the culmination of a decade of dedication and a pioneering visi...