Marcos Jr. signs IRR for Open Access in Data Transmission Act to boost internet competition

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signed the implementing rules and regulations (IRR) of the Konektadong Pinoy Act, also known as the Open Access in Data Transmission Act, which aims to foster competition and enhance internet services.

DICT Secretary Henry Aguda stated that six to seven potential new telco players have expressed intent to enter the Philippine market, with two expected to begin operations soon.

These new players are projected to invest between $1 billion and $1.5 billion in services such as mobile, fiber, and satellite.

The IRR will become effective 15 days after its publication.

Currently, the Philippines has approximately 30,000 cell sites, which is 30 percent of the government's target of 100,000.

Fifty percent of the country is covered by fiber optic cables.