House approves anti-fake news bill on final reading

The Philippine House of Representatives has passed the anti-fake news bill on its final reading, with a significant majority supporting the legislation aimed at penalizing disinformation that could harm the public or threaten national security. This move underscores the government's commitment to combating misinformation, which has surged amid the pandemic and political tensions. The bill, House Bill No. 9465, now moves to the Senate for further consideration, and its passage could set a precedent for how digital misinformation is regulated in the country.