By Liezelle Soriano
MANILA — The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Undersecretary David Almirol Jr. has announced the agency’s plan to double the number of WiFi sites in the country.
“I think the plan is to double the number of free WiFi, especially in LGUs (local government units) that really need connectivity to implement what is called eLGU,” said Information and Communications Technology Undersecretary on Wednesday (24 Jan 2024).
“In fact, part of the DICT’s effort is to ensure that while the DILG, DICT, and ARTA [Anti-Red Tape Authority] are implementing eLGU, it needs to be accompanied by connectivity. The efforts should run parallel,” he added.
Responding to a question about the overall number of free WiFi sites set up by the DICT, Almirol referred to reports stating that 25,000 sites would be available by the end of 2023.
Interior and Local Government Secretary Benjamin Abalos Jr. mentioned that the DILG has completed streamlining the processing of business licenses, occupancy permits, and other permits.
(el Amigo/MNM)
