ABSTRACT
Cybersecurity constitutes a new field of expertise in the Philippines. There are many international cybersecurity laws that have an impact on Philippine businesses. The European Union (EU) Cybersecurity Act entered into force on June 27, 2019. The act has these effects: the EU Cybersecurity Agency was established; the creation of a cybersecurity certification framework. This framework is meant to set the compliance standards for companies that are operating in EU countries. The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Blueprint for the Political-Security Community 2025 called for the strengthening of cooperation between member states in combating cybercrimes, and developing and improving relevant laws and capabilities to address cybercrime issues and enhance cybersecurity. There is an ongoing US–ASEAN Cyber Dialogue which is meant to advance collaboration on this front. Cyber issues are significant for ASEAN countries. The Philippine Government has recognized the importance of instituting mechanisms aimed at providing a conducive environment in ICT.
