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Marcos' Digital Initiatives: Progress and Challenges One Year Post-SONA 2025
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2026-07-25 09:50   Politics   10

Marcos' Digital Initiatives: Progress and Challenges One Year Post-SONA 2025

President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr.'s digital transformation agenda, launched a year after his 2025 State of the Nation Address (SONA), has seen mixed results.

The eGovPH app, a cornerstone of his digitalization push, has experienced significant growth, processing 800 million transactions since its 2023 launch.By 2026, its user base surged by 700%, with 56 million downloads.However, challenges like server overloads and downtime in April 2026 highlighted infrastructure gaps.The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) plans to expand servers and secure a P2.7-billion budget for e-government projects.Free Wi-Fi initiatives expanded from 4,000 to nearly 19,000 spots, targeting remote areas.The National Fiber Backbone Project, including the Mindanao Integrated Government Network, advanced in 2025.Despite these efforts, the Konektadong Pinoy Bill, aimed at boosting telecom competition, faced opposition and lapsed in 2025.While progress is evident, challenges in accessibility and regulatory hurdles remain critical for Marcos' digital vision.

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