President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. raised concern over social media’s growing influence on children, warning that young people are increasingly exposed to harmful content and distorted information.
He said the government must balance technological innovation with greater responsibility to create a safer digital environment.
Marcos also warned that disinformation and AI-generated content are putting public trust under pressure.
He said the government is expanding digital literacy, cybersecurity efforts, and its campaign against fake news.
Marcos also reaffirmed his commitment to press freedom and protecting journalists from threats.
Source: PhilNews24 | August 16, 2026
MARCOS FLAGS HARMFUL EFFECTS OF SOCIAL MEDIA ON CHILDREN
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