The investment plan includes the construction of 3,000 to 4,000 new telecom towers, with the goal of expanding connectivity in underserved rural communities, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) said in a statement.
The announcement came after a high-level meeting between President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and iSON Group chair Vivek Gupta during the Philippine leader’s state visit to India.
Why it matters
The investment underscores growing confidence in the Philippine economy and supports the government’s push for inclusive, technology-driven growth.
By building 300 to 400 towers annually under the DICT’s Common Tower Initiative, iSON Tower aims to reduce infrastructure duplication and cut costs for mobile network operators while widening coverage.
What they’re saying
“This investment is more than a vote of confidence in our economy—it is a partnership in nation-building,” said Trade Secretary Cristina A. Roque.
“Their work in building telecom towers directly supports our goal of delivering reliable internet to remote communities while creating high-quality jobs for Filipinos.”
The bigger picture
Nationwide reach: The project will accelerate digital access in Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.
Local jobs: Thousands of contractors and workers are expected to benefit from the rollout.
Government backing: The DTI will assist iSON in securing approvals and incentives under CREATE MORE and the Strategic Investment Priority Plan (SIPP).
By the numbers
$300M planned investment over 10 years
3,000–4,000 new telecom towers targeted
400 towers already built nationwide
What’s next:
With operations in 35 countries and a global workforce of over 20,000, iSON Group is positioning itself as a long-term partner in the Philippines’ digital transformation. —Ed: Corrie S. Narisma
