83C. The functions of the Commission in relation to electronic transactions  shall be to:

(a)    facilitate electronic transactions by ensuring the use of reliable electronic records;

(b)   facilitate electronic commerce and  eliminate barriers to electronic commerce such as those resulting from uncertainties over writing and signature requirements;

(c)    promote public confidence in the integrity and reliability of electronic records and electronic transactions;

(d)   foster the development of electronic commerce through the use of electronic signatures to lend authenticity and integrity to correspondence in any electronic medium;

(e)    promote and facilitate efficient delivery of public sector services by means of  reliable electronic records; and

(f)     develop sound frameworks to minimize the incidence of forged electronic records and fraud in electronic commerce and other electronic transactions.