MALACAÑANG on Monday released a circular mandating franchise holders of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to provide additional requirements such as registration of franchise agreements and the creation of a Franchise Registry.

Signed by President Rodrigo Duterte last May 12, Executive Order (EO) 169 aims to strengthen the franchising industry and add a layer of protection for the MSMEs.

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