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Philippines: Open Access in Data Transmission Act, including competition provisions, enters into force

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Open Access in Data Transmission Act, including competition provisions, enters into force

On 8 September 2025, the Open Access in Data Transmission Act enters into force. The Act mandates that the data transmission sector remain open and accessible to all qualified participants. The National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) shall adop…

Scope

Policy Area
Competition
Policy Instrument
Competition, nes
Regulated Economic Activity
infrastructure provider: internet and telecom services
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
legislature
Government Body
parliament

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2022-06-30
under deliberation

On 30 June 2022, the Open Access in Data Transmission Act was introduced to the House of Representa…

2022-12-12
under deliberation

On 12 December 2022, the Open Access in Data Transmission Act was passed by the House of Representa…

2025-02-05
under deliberation

On 5 February 2025, the Open Access in Data Transmission Act was passed by the Senate. The Act mand…

2025-08-24
adopted

On 24 August 2025, the Open Access in Data Transmission Act was enacted into law, following being s…

2025-09-08
in force

On 8 September 2025, the Open Access in Data Transmission Act enters into force. The Act mandates t…