Manila, Sept. 10 -- The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has directed local government units (LGUs) to speed up the processing of permits and clearances for telecommunications and internet infrastructure to support the country's digital transformation.

In a statement on Wednesday, the DILG said the directive supports President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s push for stronger digital connectivity, especially in underserved and remote areas, as part of the country's economic recovery and digital transformation under the Bagong Pilipinas (New Philippines) vision.

In Memorandum Circular 2025-090 issued on Monday, the DILG reminded provincial governors, city and municipal mayors, and punong barangays to fully implement the s...