The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) said it will meet with Meta to demand clearer and time-bound steps to address the spread of disinformation on its platforms.
The move comes after a joint review by the DICT, the Department of Justice, and the Presidential Communications Office found Meta’s response to government concerns about misinformation to be insufficient. Officials said the company mainly described existing policies but did not provide strong or urgent enough measures.
The DICT said vague commitments are not enough, especially as false information online can lead to real-world harm, including public panic and risks to economic stability.
Under its “Kontra Fake News” campaign, the government reiterated its push to fight disinformation while still protecting freedom of speech. However, it stressed that this right does not include deliberately spreading false information that can mislead the public or damage trust in institutions.
The agency said it wants Meta to provide specific actions, faster enforcement systems, and clear results that match the seriousness of the problem.
Officials warned that if discussions do not lead to meaningful improvements, the government may consider stronger regulatory and enforcement steps.
