The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) is an executive department of the Philippine government responsible for the planning, development, and promotion of the country's information and communications technology (ICT) agenda. While DICT's primary focus is on ICT development and policy, it also plays a role in the space industry by improving connectivity in unserved areas using satellite technologies and participating in discussions related to space law. DICT partners with satellite operators and service providers to deliver broadband services to remote areas. Keywords associated with DICT include ICT, telecommunications, broadband, satellite services, and digital transformation.
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The Philippines Department of Information and Communications Technology has implemented initiatives to improve telecommunications infrastructure and deliver connectivity to remote and underserved communities.
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) collaborated with Stellarsat Solutions Inc. and Kacific Broadband Satellites to connect 438 sites across North Luzon.
Astranis plans to work with the Philippine Department of Information and Communications Technology on the dedicated satellite program.