Technology · Philippines Bureau
Aguda to remain as DICT secretary, Palace confirms
Information and Communications Technology Secretary Henry Aguda will stay in his position, Malacañang clarified Wednesday, dispelling reports of his resignation from the department.
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Palace press officer Claire Castro confirmed that officials had recently communicated with Aguda, who reaffirmed his commitment to continue serving as secretary of the Department of Information and Communications Technology.
The clarification came after widespread speculation about Aguda's tenure at the helm of the government agency responsible for the country's ICT infrastructure and digital transformation initiatives.
Castro's statement put to rest mounting concerns about potential leadership changes at DICT, which has been navigating significant challenges in expanding broadband access and improving digital connectivity across the Philippines.
No further details were provided regarding the origins of the resignation reports or the circumstances that prompted the Palace's need to issue the clarification.