Question & AnswerQ&A (EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 893)
Section 24, Article II of the 1987 Constitution states that the State shall recognize the vital role of communication and information in nation-building, which supports the use and deployment of technologies such as IPv6.
All government online services must be IPv6-compliant and interoperable with IPv4 within two years after the effectivity of the Order.
Beginning two years after the effectivity of the Order, the government is prohibited from procuring IPv4-only equipment and software.
All government agencies must include an IPv6 migration plan in their Information Systems Strategic Plans.
All ISPs must be capable of providing IPv6 addresses and services within two years from the effectivity of the Order.
The IATF is tasked to formulate an IPv6 roadmap, manage data collection, develop metrics, provide reports, promote capacity-building, maintain a database of compliance, recommend policies, and perform other related functions.
Appropriations for the agency-level migration to IPv6 shall be included in the respective agency budget allocations.
All inconsistent executive issuances, orders, rules, and regulations or parts thereof are repealed, amended, or modified accordingly.
The Executive Order took effect fifteen days after its publication in a newspaper of general circulation.
ICT is defined as the totality of electronic means to collect, store, process, and present information.
The Order mandates pursuing cooperation between government and the private sector to promote and ensure compliance with IPv6 deployment.
Capacity-building to address technical requirements of new technology and public awareness programs shall be instituted and enhanced.
To ensure smooth transition and continuous operation of internet services during the migration period.