First Pacific companies strive to maintain leadership and agility in times of change. This issue reports on the successes of the PLDT group, as several years of intensive capital expenditure continue to pay off with competition-smashing network speeds and the rollout of Smart’s 5G network nationwide – the first in the Philippines. Group companies also accelerate in telemedicine, e-learning, e-banking and e-commerce - all made essential during the pandemic.
The Group continues to fight COVID-19 at the frontlines and to support Asian communities - and take a leadership role in building a sustainable food supply chain, ensuring safe and nutritious food for the Asian consumers.