PLDT, Smart bring connectivity closer to underserved communities in Cebu, Bukidnon, Cotabato
For communities far from major urban centers, reliable mobile connectivity makes a meaningful difference in everyday life. It helps families stay in touch, give students access to more learning resources, and make it easier for residents to connect with government services and online opportunities.
PLDT, Smart ramp up Bayanihan SIM momentum via network expansion, community activation
Over 3,500 barangays to get connected under PLDT’s rural internet expansion program
PLDT and Smart deploy new technologies, strengthen partnerships to boost connectivity in GIDAs
Connecting an archipelago of more than 7,000 islands requires multiple solutions to ensure that the benefits of faster, more reliable, and more affordable internet can reach more Filipinos, enabling hybrid work set-ups, online learning, and the delivery of e-government and e-healthcare services in remote and far-flung areas.
PLDT Group supports DICT’s push for enhanced internet for Filipinos
No Filipino left offline: PLDT, Smart to fire up 200 sites for remote communities
As the Philippine government intensifies efforts to bridge the digital divide, PLDT Inc. (PLDT) and its wireless arm Smart Communications, Inc (Smart) are firing up around 200 sites this year to serve remote areas. This forms part of the Private Sector Advisory Council’s Digital Infrastructure (PSAC DI) commitment to build new cell sites aimed at expanding connectivity in Geographically Isolated and Disadvantaged Areas (GIDAs) and empowering millions of Filipinos with improved digital access.
PLDT Group strengthens support for ARTA streamlining initiatives, boosting vision of ‘Bagong Pilipinas’
MVP’s response to PBBM directive to connect far-flung areas: Yes, Mr. President
PLDT advocates for policy reform to support PBBM’s GIDA Connectivity Plan
PLDT, Smart support PBBM's digitalization goals, backing PSAC’s efforts in GIDAs
