PROTECTA Pilipinas launched to strengthen Philippines’ telecom infrastructure security

PLDT and CICC have launched a major initiative called PROTECTA Pilipinas to enhance the security and resilience of the Philippines’ telecommunications infrastructure. This public-private partnership brings together key players in the telecom sector, including PLDT, Smart Communications, and the CICC, along with other stakeholders like the Philippine Chamber of Telecommunication Operators, CitizenWatch Philippines, Infrawatch PH, and others.

The primary goal of this alliance is to implement comprehensive protection measures that address cybersecurity and physical infrastructure security. The initiative focuses on enhancing network resilience through redundancy and disaster recovery plans while bolstering cybersecurity protocols to protect against digital threats. On the physical side, PROTECTA Pilipinas aims to tackle issues such as equipment theft and vandalism and will establish monitoring systems to assess the health and performance of telecom facilities regularly.

PLDT and CICC focus on timely reporting and legal protections as part of PROTECTA Pilipinas. The alliance will develop mechanisms for reporting suspicious activities and advocate for legal measures to protect telecom infrastructure from vandalism and theft. Additionally, they will collaborate with government bodies to align on policies and regulations, creating a robust framework to secure critical telecom assets and promote best practices across the Philippines.