08:00 AM – 09:00 AM
Registration & Refreshment
09:00 AM – 09:10 AM
Opening Ceremony
09:10 AM – 09:30 AM
Smart Government, Smarter Nation: Positioning the Philippines as the Digital Innovation Hub of ASEAN
- Nationwide Connectivity & Digital Inclusion – Expanding high-speed internet to every community through free Wi-Fi for all and national broadband initiatives
- Unified e-Government & Digital Identity – Streamlining citizen access to services via eGov PH Super App and Digital National ID for seamless, secure transactions
- Cybersecurity & Cloud-First Transformation – Modernizing government systems with cloud infrastructure while ensuring trust and resilience under the National Cybersecurity Plan 2023-2028
09:30 AM – 09:50 AM
Breaking Digital Barriers: Accelerating Seamless Transformation for a Smart Philippines
- Unified data frameworks and API-driven platforms
- Expanding digital infrastructure for equitable citizen access
- Embedding cybersecurity, digital identity, and governance standards
09:50 AM - 10:10 AM
Trust by Design: Empowering Government Institutions in the Age of AI
- Designing AI policies and standards that ensure transparency, accountability, and fairness in algorithmic decision-making across public services
- Building institutional capacity and AI governance boards
- Upskilling workforce and citizen oversight mechanisms
10:10 AM – 10:30 AM
The Tech Transition to Government 5.0
- Emerging technologies beyond digitization
- Connected, data-driven ecosystems
- Architecture, ethics, and innovation culture for responsive governance
10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Panel Discussion
The Citizen-Centric AI Imperative: How to Get It Right
- Hyper-personalized, predictive, and proactive services
- Integrating AI into platforms and citizen touchpoints
- Governance, infrastructure, and partnerships for nationwide adoption
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Networking Break & Visit to Exhibition Lounge
11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Panel discussion
Public-Private Collaboration in Building Sovereign Digital Infrastructure
- Policy, governance, and data frameworks for national control
- Open standards, data localization, and cybersecurity
- Driving economic growth and service efficiency
12:00 PM – 12:20 PM
Beyond Red Tape: Building Citizen-Centric Government through Smart Regulation and Digital Processes Transformation
- Moving Beyond rule-heavy compliance to outcome-driven, evidence-based regulation that cuts unnecessary steps and supports national development
- Using automation, interoperable systems, data integration to remove bottlenecks, shorten turnaround times, and ensure consistent service quality nationwide
- Building a service culture focused on transparency, feedback, measurable performance, and delivering real value to Filipinos
12:20 PM – 12:40 PM
Evolving the Digital Shield: Government Cyber Defense in 2026 and Beyond
- Future cybersecurity threats and AI-driven risks
- Zero-trust architectures, cloud-native security, and resilience
- Public-private partnerships for trusted citizen-centric defense
12:40 PM – 01:40 PM
Lunch & Networking Break
01:40 PM – 02:10 PM
Panel Discussion
Connected ASEAN: Advancing Regional Collaboration Through Smart Governance
- Exploring shared data standards, digital ID systems, and cross-border interoperability
- Leveraging public-private partnerships for citizen-centric innovation
- Embedding cybersecurity, digital identity, and governance standards
02:10 PM – 02:30 PM
End of Bureaucracy? AI Needs Humans in the Loop
- Augmenting human decision-making with AI while keeping humans in the loop for high-stakes governance
- Integrating AI, policy, and real-time data to enable agile, adaptive, and trustworthy government services
- Building citizen trust through ethical AI, participatory design, and accountable digital systems
02:30 PM – 02:50 PM
Precision Intelligence: AI in AML & Counter-Terror Operations
- AI-driven precision targeting for threats
- Adaptive intelligence and enforcement ecosystems
- Ethical frameworks and national control
02:50 PM – 03:10 PM
From e-Gov to Smart Nation: The Leap Toward Intelligent Governance
- Integrated digital ecosystem powered by cloud, data & AI
- Analytics and automation for personalized citizen experiences
- Secure, interoperable frameworks connecting government, industry, and citizens
03:10 PM – 03:40 PM
Networking Break & Visit to Exhibition Lounge
08:00 AM – 09:00 AM
Registration & Refreshment
09:00 AM - 09:20 AM
The Governance Revolution: From Bureaucracy to Agility in a Fast-Moving Philippines
- Breaking legacy systems and bureaucratic silos to build a connected, adaptive state
- Evolving from rigid hierarchies to data-driven institutions for faster, transparent services
- Placing citizens at the center, enabling participation, innovation, and trust
09:20 AM - 09:40 AM
Project Agila and Beyond: Building the Foundations for a Digital Financial Future
- Key learnings from wholesale CBDC testing, redefining interbank transactions and cross-border settlements
- Leveraging DLT and public-private collaboration for next-generation financial infrastructure
- Policy, technology, and readiness milestones for CBDC implementation
09:40 AM - 10:00 AM
Speaking the Same Digital Language: Uniting Government for a Shared Vision
- Building systems and cultures for shared insights across policymakers, technologists, and frontline workers
- Embedding end-user realities to solve the right problems
- Transitioning from project-based digitization to a unified ecosystem of strategy, data, and services
10:00 AM - 10:20 AM
E-Government and GRC: Enabling Secure, Compliant, and Transparent Digital Governance
- Role of GRC in agile e-government systems
- Comprehensive risk management frameworks and proactive governance
- Public accountability, ethical standards, and citizen-responsive policies
10:20 AM - 10:50 AM
Panel Discussion
Beyond Disruption: Leveraging Emerging Tech to Reimagine Government
- Integrating blockchain, IoT, and quantum computing for efficiency and resilience
- Balancing innovation with adaptive regulation, ethics, and data protection
- Reimagining citizen engagement via immersive tech, predictive services, and hyper-personalizatio
10:50 AM - 11:20 AM
Networking Break & Visit to Exhibitor Lounge
11:20 AM – 11:50 AM
Panel Discussion
Mitigating Emerging Cyberthreats: Proactive approaches to Safeguarding Citizen trust and National Security
- Comprehensive cybersecurity framework for e-government
- Proactive strategies: Threat detection, rapid incident response & continuous monitoring
- Data protection and privacy safeguards aligned with national and international standards
11:50 AM – 12:10 PM
Establishing a 5G Innovation Hub: Driving Smart Technologies and Digital Leadership
- Laying the infrastructure for national 5G ecosystem
- Accelerating innovation in smart cities, IoT, and industry 4.0
- Positioning the Philippines as a regional leader in digital transformation
12:10 PM – 12:30 PM
Architecting the Cities of Tomorrow: Scaling Smart & Sustainable Urban Futures
- Explore how smart city initiatives can prioritize accessibility, responsiveness, and equity in service delivery using real-time data and digital platforms
- Integrating IoT, digital twins, and real-time data for optimized urban management
- Innovation frameworks ensuring interoperability, data governance, and long-term sustainability
12:30 PM - 01:30 PM
Lunch & Networking Break
01:30 PM - 01:50 PM
Transforming Public Sector Dynamics: Leveraging XaaS for Agile Governance
- Integrating cloud, SaaS, and XaaS models in public sector departments
- Enabling rapid decision-making, responsiveness, and efficient resource allocation
- Enhancing citizen-centric service delivery and digital transformation initiatives
01:50 PM - 02:10 PM
Harnessing Comprehensive ICT infrastructure for Sustainable Development and Economic Growth in the Philippines
- Advancing broadband, cloud, and data center ecosystems to drive connectivity and digital access across regions
- Using ICT infrastructure to support entrepreneurship, tech startups, and smart industries that boost the Philippines’ digital economy
- Leveraging ICT to bridge regional divides, improve public service delivery, and support green, resilient economic development
02:10 PM - 02:30 PM
Cultivating a Future-Ready Public Workforce: National Strategies for Digital Talent
- Structured frameworks to build essential digital competencies across government roles
- Partnerships with universities and industry for certifications and talent pipelines
- Promoting agile mindsets and continuous learning through strategic leadership support
02:30 PM - 02:50 PM
Green Digital Governance: Leveraging Technology for a Sustainable Future
- Harnessing digital technologies for accelerating the Philippines’ renewable energy ambitions
- Enabling smarter environmental management and more sustainable government operations
- Highlighting best practices in energy-efficient datacentres and green IT
02:50 PM - 03:20 PM
Panel Discussion
What’s Next for Digital Governance? From Vision to Real-World Impact
- Moving beyond policy to measurable digital outcomes and public value
- Integrating AI, cloud, and data platforms to transform services and citizen engagement
- Institutional agility, leadership, and cross-sector collaboration for long-term innovation
03:20 PM - 04:00 PM
Closing Remarks & Visit to Exhibitor Lounge
*The above is a running agenda and is subject to change
