In a proactive effort to bolster telecommunications infrastructure within the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), the Minister of Transportation and Communications recently convened with top executives from PLDT, led by Smartman Manuel V. Pangilinan. Held yesterday, the meeting aimed to explore collaborative opportunities to improve connectivity and digital services across the region. Both parties engaged in constructive discussions to identify areas of cooperation and strategic initiatives, emphasizing the importance of reliable and accessible connectivity in driving socio-economic growth.
Smartman Manuel V. Pangilinan, representing PLDT, expressed appreciation for the BARMM government’s proactive approach and outlined PLDT’s commitment to supporting regional initiatives. He highlighted the company’s efforts to expand network coverage and deploy innovative technologies to enhance connectivity and digital services. Concluding the discussions, both parties expressed optimism about the potential for collaboration in advancing telecommunications infrastructure in the BARMM region, aiming to promote digital inclusion and drive socio-economic development across all communities.