Manila, April 6 -- President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Monday underscored the urgent need to accelerate digital transformation in local government units (LGUs), saying it is key to improving public service delivery, enhancing transparency and curbing corruption.

Speaking at the oath-taking of the Vice Mayors' League of the Philippines (VMLP) national officers in Malacanang, Marcos said digital governance would streamline transactions, reduce red tape and limit opportunities for abuse.

"Kung puwede na sa internet gawin, hindi na kailangang bumiyahe ng ilang oras para lang sa permit o dokumento (If it can be done online, there's no need to travel for hours just for a permit or document)," the President said, noting that digital systems m...