"We must not cease to work double-time to ensure faster and better internet service to all our people across the country," said Poe, chairman of the Senate Committee on Public Services. The Ookla Speedtest Global Index recently indicated internet speed in the Philippines continued to climb from the 122nd spot in April 2020 to the 84th spot in the same month this year. Fixed broadband speed in the country increased to 58.73 megabits per second (Mbps) in May compared to 49.31 Mbps in April this year. On the other hand, mobile speed in May reached 31.97 Mbps compared to 29.12 Mbps in April. Operators are targeting to put up 50,000 cell towers in a bid to improve internet coverage.

Source: Manila Times June 11, 2021 16:20 UTC