PLDT Inc. and wireless subsidiary Smart Communications underscored their commitment to building a disaster-resilient Philippines through Project REACHED—an initiative of
PLDT and Smart join Project REACHED.
“The PLDT Group recognizes the vital role of communication during emergencies and disasters, which has now become a lifeline. As network operators, we at PLDT and Smart are in a unique position to provide communications support before, during, and immediately after disasters,” said Stephanie Orlino, assistant vice president and head of stakeholder management team at PLDT and Smart.
“Witnessing the amount of damage the recent typhoon Egay caused to northern and central Luzon has reminded us of how critical telecommunications are during disasters. May Project REACHED lead to keeping Filipino communities safer,” said PDRF president Butch Meily. Underscoring one of the key priority areas identified by the Australian government in the Philippines, Counsellor for Development Thanh Le echoed the importance of having a resilient emergency communications network especially during disasters.
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