Plenary 1: Connectivity at the Core: The Philippines’ Digital Transformation Roadmap:

Plenary 1: Connectivity at the Core: The Philippines’ Digital Transformation Roadmap:

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Plenary Session

Connectivity lies at the heart of the Philippines’ Digital Transformation Roadmap, serving as the foundation for inclusive economic growth, improved public services, and nationwide innovation.  The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) has laid out an ambitious strategy to enhance connectivity, e-governance, and cybersecurity.  Accelerating the roadmap hinges on strong public-private synergy to align government initiatives with private sector investment and innovation, and bridge gaps in accessibility, affordability, and digital literacy.  This session will explore how public-private collaboration can fast-track infrastructure development, expand digital access to underserved communities, and accelerate the Philippines’ digital future.

Speakers, Panelists and Moderator:

  • Secretary Henry Rhoel Aguda, Department of Information and Communication Technology

Panel Discussion

  • Secretary Henry Rhoel Aguda

  • Mr. Benedicto Bulatao, COO, Comclark

  • Mr. Carl Raymond Cruz, President and CEO, Globe Telecom

  • Mr. Eduardo Sumulong, President and CEO, Land Registration Systems, Inc. (Panel Chair and Moderator)