Globe has extended its network reach to over 500 Geographically Isolated and Disadvantaged Areas (GIDAs) across the Philippines. These efforts aim to bring essential online services, educational resources, and economic opportunities to remote communities, empowering residents and fostering social and economic development.
“At the heart of our mission is connecting the unconnected to build an inclusive, sustainable, and digitally-enabled nation,” said Ernest Cu, president and CEO of Globe. “By dismantling barriers and unlocking opportunities, we are driving economic and social progress for all.”
Over the past three years, Globe has invested P265 billion in capital expenditure and P236 billion in operational expenses to enhance its network capabilities. This investment is part of Globe’s broader strategy for inclusive connectivity.
Government partnership
In addition to its independent efforts, Globe is collaborating closely with the government to improve the country’s connectivity infrastructure. Cu leads the recently formed Connectivity Plan Task Force (CPTF), which works alongside the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) to expand internet services in GIDAs. This Task Force is under the Private Sector Advisory Council (PSAC), which fosters public-private collaboration.
“Bringing connectivity to the entire Philippines, including remote areas, requires collaboration between the private sector and the government,” Cu said. “Through this Task Force, we hope to synergize our efforts so that every corner of the country is connected.”
The PSAC has called for significant government investment, proposing an allocation of at least P240 billion to enhance internet infrastructure. This funding is crucial to constructing 35,000 new cell sites and ensuring internet access for 125,000 public facilities, including schools and hospitals, over the next four years. The Council also advocates for streamlined permitting processes to accelerate the deployment of telecom infrastructure, urging local government units to lower bureaucratic barriers.