Philippines Accelerates Telco Infrastructure Buildout Amid Streamlined Permitting
The Philippines is seeing accelerated progress in telecommunications infrastructure development due to faster permitting processes, with major telco Globe Telecom urging the government to sustain these efforts. This is expected to improve network coverage and quality, and expand internet access to underserved areas.
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