BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — The City Government of Baguio, the Department of Trade and Industry-Cordillera Administrative Region (DTI-CAR), the Liga ng mga Barangay-Baguio City Chapter, and Layad di Kordilyera, Inc. have renewed the lease agreement for the operation of the Cordillera Craft and Productivity Center (CCPC)-OTOP Philippines Hub.

The contract extends Layad di Kordilyera’s management of the facility for two years, from July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2028.

The agreement was signed by Mayor Benjamin Magalong, DTI-CAR Regional Director Atty. Raymond Panhon, Liga ng mga Barangay-Baguio City Chapter President Rocky Aliping, and Layad di Kordilyera, Inc. President Helena Butigan.

Located at the DPS Compound along Upper Session Road, the CCPC-OTOP Philippines Hub serves as a venue for showcasing and selling products made by micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) from Baguio City and the Cordillera. The facility also promotes locally made handicrafts, artworks, and other products while providing space for product development, business consultancy, exhibitions, and training activities.

Under the renewed lease, Layad di Kordilyera will pay a monthly rental of P30,000 during the first year and P33,000 during the second year. The organization is also responsible for paying utilities, maintaining the facility, ensuring its security, and submitting monthly operational reports.

The Tripartite Committee, composed of the City Government of Baguio, DTI-CAR, and the Liga ng mga Barangay-Baguio City Chapter, will continue to oversee the operation of the hub through regular inspections and performance evaluations to ensure compliance with the agreement and the facility’s mission of promoting Cordillera and Baguio products.

The renewal aims to sustain the CCPC-OTOP Philippines Hub as a key marketing and retail center that supports local entrepreneurs, artisans, and MSMEs while strengthening the promotion of Cordillera craftsmanship and culture. – Aileen P. Refuerzo