#5G infrastructure Philippines

Globe Telecom plans to deploy more than 400 wireless laser links across the Philippines over the next three years as part of efforts to upgrade its network infrastructure. The initiative is part of Globe’s broader strategy to expand connectivity infrastructure and improve network capacity across the country. The Philippines remains among the slowest countries in transitioning away from 3G networks, with most mobile users still relying on older devices that do not support newer voice technologies. Compared to neighboring countries, the Philippines trails behind Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand in VoLTE adoption. GSMA Intelligence estimates VoLTE penetration in the Philippines could rise to 43.2% this year. PLDT’s extensive nationwide network infrastructure allows more households across the Philippines to access fiber prepaid services. Not long ago, the Philippines have always been reported as among having the slowest internet in the Sount-East Asian region. These issues are less about “last mile” throughput and more about network resilience, congestion management, and infrastructure density. Read more in our articles including "Globe to deploy 400 wireless laser links nationwide over next three years" and "PH among slowest countries in shift away from 3G".