The COVID-19 pandemic has propelled many individuals and organizations around the world to rethink the way things are done from work to school to entertainment. The current global health crisis has accelerated the adoption of digital solutions by different institutions around the world. Companies are innovating at lightning speed to adapt to new needs. But even in the present climate, regulators are consistently emphasizing the need to balance innovation and safety.
This primer aims to help clients be abreast of developments in order to navigate the legal and regulatory framework governing online businesses in the Philippines. We recognize that most businesses are now passing through varying phases of resilience, recovery or renewal, and that these phases are non-linear and may recur or overlap. Whatever phase the organization is in its response to the pandemic, we trust that this primer will provide sufficient guidance on how its online business can balance safety needs with changing strategic directions for the longer term.
This primer is not intended as a substitute for seeking legal advice.