Tag: ICT

  • Japan Allocates PHP168 Million for Open RAN Lab at University of the Philippines

    In a significant move to bolster digital infrastructure, Japan has committed approximately PHP168 million to fund the Open Radio Access Network (Open RAN) laboratory at the University of the Philippines (UP) Diliman. The agreement was sealed during a ceremony at the new Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) office in Pasay City, where Foreign Affairs Secretary…

  • Philippines and Cambodia Forge Eight New Agreements to Enhance Cooperation in Multiple Sectors

    In a significant move to strengthen bilateral relations, the Philippines and Cambodia have signed eight agreements covering a range of sectors including trade, investment, agriculture, education, tourism, and information and communications technology (ICT). The signing ceremony took place during a bilateral meeting at Malacañan Palace in Manila, attended by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and…

  • Philippines Leads in Budget Transparency and Digital Governance Initiatives

    The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) in the Philippines is making significant strides in enhancing digital transformation and promoting open governance. Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman has highlighted the country’s top position in budget transparency across Asia, according to the 2023 Open Budget Survey. Under her leadership, the Philippine Open Government Partnership (PH-OGP) continues to…

  • TESDA Sets New Standards for Emerging Job Skills in Negros Oriental

    In Dumaguete City, the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) of Negros Oriental has taken a significant step forward by establishing new competency standards for emerging job qualifications. These standards are designed to be integrated into school curricula to meet the changing needs of the job market. Joel Villagracia, the provincial director of TESDA-Negros…