China has a law that mandates companies to submit information to the state. The mainland is also accused of spying activities, which is crucial given Manila and Beijing's conflicting claims in the West Philippine Sea.
"These men who are working with us, these are people who have been sworn to protect this country," Tamano said. "I just cannot even think why there would even be a shadow of doubt as to why we would ever allow any spying or espionage to be perpetuated by this company."
Last Wednesday, Dito also opened its National Operations and Security Center and invited National Security Adviser Hermogenes Esperon, Jr. to inspect the premises.