PNP forms joint committee to combat fake news

The Philippine National Police (PNP) has established the Joint Anti-Fake News Action Committee (JAFNAC) to combat the proliferation of fake news nationwide.

The Pangasinan Police Provincial Office (PPO) has also formed its own Anti-Fake News Action Committee as part of this larger initiative.

PNP Chief Police General Rommel Marbil emphasized the committee's goal to stop the spread of fake news and its financial aspects.

Pangasinan PPO director Col. Rollyfer Capoquian stated that their local body will counter fake news by publishing verified stories and accurate information.

JAFNAC aims to hold fake news peddlers accountable and develop a system for the rapid removal of false information online.

The initiative is framed as a whole-of-government effort, integrating legal actions, technological advancements, and public education.

A national monitoring system, potentially an AI-powered dashboard, is proposed for real-time detection and tracking of disinformation trends.

The committee plans to partner with major tech platforms like Meta, Google, X, and TikTok to identify harmful content and enforce their policies within the Philippines.