QuestionsQuestions (PROCLAMATION NO. 353)
It amends Proclamation No. 2054 (s. 2010) by transferring the observance of “Cybersecurity Awareness Month” from September to October every year.
Proclamation No. 2054 (s. 2010) is amended; the month of observance is changed from September to October each year.
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) leads the observance, in coordination with the National Privacy Commission (NPC) and other relevant agencies.
The DICT must identify the programs, projects, and activities for the yearly celebration consistent with international best practices.
Republic Act No. 10844 (DICT Act of 2015) and Republic Act No. 10173 (Data Privacy Act of 2012).
The proclamation references policy to ensure consumer protection and welfare, data privacy and security, foster competition, and support the growth of the ICT sector.
It mandates the State to ensure that personal data in information and communications systems in government and the private sector are secured and protected.
Under Section 7 of RA No. 10173, the NPC is responsible for monitoring and ensuring compliance with international standards on data protection.
The Council of Europe Convention on Cybercrime (the Budapest Convention) is cited; it supports the Philippines’ commitment to develop laws against cybercrime and promote awareness and international collaboration.
To synchronize the Philippines with the international observance of “Cybersecurity Awareness Month” in October and to signal a unified approach in the digital governance era.
They are directed to support the DICT and actively participate in the annual observance of Cybersecurity Awareness Month.
They are encouraged to provide the necessary support to the DICT and to actively participate in the annual observance.
It also involves private stakeholders: the private sector is encouraged, and NGOs and LGUs are also directed/encouraged (as stated) to actively participate and support the DICT.
It implies that the programs and activities for Cybersecurity Awareness Month should align with standards and approaches used by other countries or international bodies.
Signed by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.; attested by Executive Secretary Lucas P. Bersamin.
No. It primarily functions as an administrative/ceremonial policy directive establishing the observance month and coordination for awareness activities; it does not itself create substantive criminal offenses or penalties.