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Senator Ejercito commits support for beefed-up cybercrime enforcement
A senior Philippine lawmaker has pledged to back enhanced capabilities for the Department of Justice and National Bureau of Investigation in tackling online fraud and cybercrime. Senator JV Ejercito, who heads key budget and justice committees, said adequate funding will be critical to strengthening enforcement efforts.
LSN Philippines ·
MANILA — Senator JV Ejercito has committed his backing for strengthened Department of Justice and National Bureau of Investigation operations targeting cybercrime and online fraud schemes plaguing Filipinos, pledging to ensure both agencies receive sufficient resources for enhanced capabilities.
As chair of the Senate Committee on Finance and the Committee on Justice, Ejercito is positioned to influence legislative priorities and budget allocations for law enforcement agencies. His commitment signals potential momentum for funding increases dedicated to cyber-investigation units and digital forensics capabilities within the two agencies.
The pledge comes amid growing concerns over online scams, cyber fraud, and related crimes affecting citizens across the Philippines. The DOJ and NBI have increasingly prioritized cybercrime investigations as digital fraud cases continue mounting.
Ejercito's support underscores legislative recognition of the need for modernized enforcement tools and trained personnel to combat evolving online threats. The senator's dual committee roles place him in a strategic position to advance initiatives aimed at bolstering the country's cybercrime response infrastructure.