The Philippines has the slowest and expensive internet as for the World Bank.

The study of the World Bank and the national economic and development Authority (Neda) said that Filipino has the slowest internet and paid a lot as well. We all experienced it especially now that almost everyone uses it. The average mobile broadband download speed in the country is only 16.76 megabytes per second (Mbps), well below the global average of 32.01 Mbps.

“As we are now living with the new normal, the use of digital technology and digital transformation has become important for Filipinos in coping with the present crisis, moving towards economic recovery, and getting us back on track towards our long-term aspirations,” Socioeconomic Planning Undersecretary Rosemarie G. Edillon said

“Upgrading digital infrastructure all over the country will introduce fundamental changes that can improve social service delivery, enhance resilience against shocks, and create more economic opportunities for all Filipinos,” Ndiame Diop, World Bank Country Director for the Philippines said.

“The government can take the lead by speeding up e-governance projects, such as the foundational identification system and the digitization of its processes and procedures, which will help promote greater inclusion, improve efficiency, and enhance security,” Kevin Chua, World Bank economist

“Moreover, the government can take an active role in fostering policies that reduce the digital divide and create a more conducive business environment for the digital economy to flourish,” he added.