Manila (CNN Philippines Life) — It might be a bit odd that a government agency dedicated to exports, investments, and product development is mandated to develop the country’s creative community, but that is exactly why the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has mounted the ASEAN Creative Cities forum in time for the regional leaders meeting hosted by the Philippines. The forum is an opportunity to hear experts from the creative industry and exchange practices and benchmark standards on how to build hubs that can also sustain the economy.
