But there is a new world order emerging and the Philippines is rapidly repositioning for a more advantageous place in it. An investment of this scale may be seen as a vote of confidence in the Philippines’ power and fiber backbone. But Filipino negotiators have managed to leverage the latest standards in digital trade to leapfrog the older trade frameworks. The Philippine government designated the digital industries sector as a “high priority” concern. We have committed “Green Lanes” to expedite and automate permits for strategic investments in digital industries.

Source: Philippine Star January 19, 2026 16:35 UTC