Marcos appoints Trade Usec Cristina Roque as acting secretary

Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Undersecretary for MSME (Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises) Development Group Ma. According to the Palace, Cristina A. Roque was appointed acting secretary of DTI.

In a statement, the Presidential Communications Office (PCO) said President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. appointed Ms. Roque following the resignation of outgoing Secretary Alfredo E. Pascual on August 2.

“Undersecretary Roque has been instrumental in leading the MSME Development Group within DTI, implementing various programs and initiatives targeting MSMEs,” the PCO said.

It added that the President believes that Ms. Roque’s dedication and leadership in the MSME sector make her an excellent choice for the position. – Justine Irish DP. Table