TACLOBAN CITY — The city government of Borongan is ramping up its cybersecurity initiatives after joining the Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) Data Center Inc.’s (DCI) high-level forum titled “Decoding the Cyber Threat Landscape: A C-Suite Guide to Intelligence-Driven Security” held at the Grand Hyatt Manila.
The forum gathered cybersecurity experts, industry leaders, and national agencies to discuss intelligence-driven security strategies — a critical approach amid the rising sophistication and frequency of cyberattacks targeting public and private institutions.
Discussions focused on fortifying government systems, making the event particularly relevant to local government units currently shifting toward digital governance.
Borongan City Mayor Jose Ivan Dayan Agda said the insights gained from the forum will support the city’s ongoing digitalization roadmap.
“I am honored to be part of this forum. The insights we gained today will be invaluable in our stride towards a smarter Borongan City — ensuring that we keep pace with modern governance practices and technological trends,” Agda said.
He added that the forum marks the beginning of a deeper collaboration with DBP Data Center Inc., which is expected to help enhance the city’s cybersecurity posture and improve digital public services as it embraces e-governance. Strengthening data security and safeguarding government systems remain top priorities, Agda stressed.
The forum was also attended by officials from the Department of Budget and Management, the National Intelligence Coordinating Agency, and DBP executives, all reinforcing the national push for robust cyber resilience.
DCI, a subsidiary of the DBP, specializes in secure and reliable digital infrastructure solutions that support both the public and private sectors and drive ICT development and digital transformation efforts nationwide.
(ROEL T. AMAZONA)
