On 5 November 2024, the Philippine Internet Service Provider Cooperative Act was introduced into the Parliament of the Philippines. The Act would authorise the formation and operation of Internet Service Provider Cooperatives that would provide affordable and reliable internet access. The Act outlines the framework for the organisation, registration, and operation of these cooperatives, including their roles, responsibilities, and the benefits they are entitled to, such as exemptions from certain taxes and duties, and preferential treatment regarding loans and grants for infrastructure development.
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