Filipino historian uses Jose Marco forgery case to highlight dangers of fake news in his Canberra lecture

Filipino historian Ambeth Ocampo conducted a lecture about fake news, organised by the Philippines Institute at the Australian National University in Canberra.

Renowned Filipino historian Ambeth Ocampo shed light on the forgery case of Jose Marco and its significance in our fight to combat fake news and disinformation in his lecture organised by the Philippines Institute at the Australian National University in Canberra. Credit: Daniel Deleña

Key Points

• Renowned Filipino historian Ambeth Ocampo shed light on the forgery case of Jose Marco and its significance in our fight to combat fake news and disinformation in his lecture organised by the Philippines Institute at the Australian National University in Canberra.
• He highlighted that fake news and disinformation have existed for centuries, urging a careful evaluation of online information.
• Ambeth Ocampo is a Professor of History at Ateneo De Manila University and has served as the former chairman of the National Historical Commission of the Philippines from 2002 to 2011.

Fake news and disinformation are as old as history. We must be diligent in consuming information, particularly from online sources and social media.

Filipino Historian Ambeth Ocampo

Filipino Historian Ambeth Ocampo with Amb. Antonio Morales and Filipinos in Canberra who attended his lecture at the Australian National University. Credit: Daniel Deleña

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