A general station reporter learned that on October 8, the Philippine Senate passed a bill aimed at restricting the use of social media by minors under 18 in the third reading. According to reports, the bill is called the “Child Cybersecurity and Protection Act.” Once the Act comes into effect, Filipino minors under 18 will not be able to register, access, use, maintain, operate, or create accounts on age-restricted social media platforms. Furthermore, the bill stipulates that international social media platforms operating in the Philippines must comply with the Act, and the Philippines must appoint a representative to cooperate with the Philippine side to implement the Act. The platform could face an administrative fine of 5 million to 20 million pesos if it violates the Act. Parents and guardians will also face fines of 5,000 to 20,000 pesos or be required to perform community service if they violate the law.

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