MANILA, April 21 -- Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Secretary Henry Aguda on Monday endorsed a sweeping policy that targets online disinformation, cyber scams and other online threats.

The policy is part of the upcoming "Good Vibes sa Internet" initiative that aim to build a safer and more trustworthy online environment by eliminating digital threats and protecting the public from online abuse, according to a news release.

"We must create a safer and more responsible cyberspace for every Filipino. We can no longer stand idly by as false information erodes the trust that binds our nation," Aguda said during his first meeting with the executive committee as chair of the Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinat...