The House of Representatives has summoned Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg to appear before the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) at a congressional hearing on social media safety. The hearing will take place at the House of Representatives in Quezon City, though no specific date has been announced. This hearing directly affects Filipino social media users, as it could shape future rules on online safety and platform accountability. Because it is held in Quezon City, local residents may see increased security and media activity near the House of Representatives. The hearing is a government proceeding rather than a public event, so attendance is generally limited to lawmakers, officials, and invited parties. Residents can follow updates through official House of Representatives and DICT announcements for any public livestream or schedule changes.
Background
The DICT is the Philippine executive department responsible for the country’s information and communications technology agenda, including digital infrastructure and ICT policies. The House of Representatives, located in Quezon City, is the lower house of Congress and frequently holds inquiries on national issues. This summons is part of broader legislative scrutiny of social media platforms and their handling of safety concerns in the Philippines.
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