The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) has released the rules for the Konektadong Pinoy Act. The new law aims to make internet access more affordable and reliable in the Philippines.
DICT Secretary Henry Aguda said the agency is targeting a 40% cut in internet prices by 2026. He explained that the country still lags behind its neighbors in terms of affordability, and lowering costs while improving speed and service quality is the priority.
The IRR, signed on November 5, simplifies permits and registration for internet providers. This move is expected to attract more competition, including foreign companies from the US and Europe that have already expressed interest in entering the local market.
Passed in August and effective since September, the Konektadong Pinoy Act is part of the government’s push to improve connectivity nationwide. It focuses on faster approvals and easier requirements for providers, addressing long-standing issues in access and pricing.
At present, basic internet plans range from ₱480 to ₱1,300, while premium packages can reach ₱10,000. Prepaid users pay around ₱10 to ₱14 per Mbps, compared to ₱3 to ₱10 for postpaid.
DICT expects consumers to start seeing improvements as early as next year, once the new rules take effect in the market.
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