In his address at the 29th Parliamentary Intelligence-Security Forum in Madrid, Philippines House of Representative Speaker Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez warned about the escalating threats posed by AI being used to spread disinformation, manipulate politics, and undermine democratic institutions, urging urgent global action and legislative cooperation. Speaker Romualdez (1) called for parliaments worldwide to confront cyberattacks, data manipulation, and AI-generated propaganda, emphasizing the need for vigilance and unity among democracies; (2) highlighted the Philippine-led ASEAN resolution promoting responsible AI use and protecting citizens; (3) stressed the importance of lawmakers ensuring technology serves progress rather than division; and (4) advocated for international frameworks to regulate tech platforms, boost information literacy, and strengthen resilience against deepfakes, noting that forums like the PI-SF foster global solidarity and legislative strength to defend freedom in a rapidly changing world.
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