In his place, DICT Undersecretary Eliseo Rio Jr. was appointed as officer-in-charge (OIC) of DICT. It is true that a well-functioning and inclusive digital infrastructure is a pre-requisite for a digital economy of the 21st century. Being of equal status to other line departments presents the challenge of implementing a wholistic approach that digital society readiness requires. As I said in the beginning, digital technology permeates all aspects of our existence: governance, education, labor, health, commerce and industry, agriculture, among others. Here is what I think the attributes that the next DICT secretary should possess.

Source: Philippine Star May 23, 2019 17:03 UTC