The Senate approved the Konektadong Pinoy Act (SB 2699) to improve the Philippines’ slow and expensive internet by easing regulations and encouraging competition.
The bill streamlines approval for telcos mandates infrastructure sharing, and sets service quality standards to protect consumers.
Senator Grace Poe, a key proponent, emphasized the need for digital inclusivity, citing the Philippines’ low ICT ranking and high internet costs.
The law also welcomes new technologies like low-earth orbit satellites, with Starlink investing P600 million in the country this year.
The 2025 national budget reflects this priority, with a P7.5 billion allocation for the Free Wi-Fi Program and P500 million for classroom smart TVs.
Source: PhilNews24 | February 7, 2025
