Metro Manila (CNN Philippines) — Kacific Broadband Satellite Group has invested in offering satellite connectivity to rural areas in the Philippines to help boost the economy and aid in bridging the digital divide in the country.
Internet in the Philippines displays a stark disparity between rural and urban areas, as many provinces suffer from poor signal coverage, dead spots, or inadequate infrastructure from telcos, resulting in gaps and connectivity challenges for areas beyond the reach of fiber.
Kacific is a next-generation broadband satellite operator that aims to enable enterprises, governments, and communities in remote areas to fully participate in the digital world by providing high-quality, affordable satellite broadband access.
The company’s business model empowers more and more people through the provision of broadband and contributes to job creation. As a result, this helps the local economy and improves the livelihood of Filipinos by supporting local businesses.
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“There’s a lot of wealth in those rural areas because that’s where the Philippines draws its economic growth from primary industries. So, we think satellites definitely play a great role in bridging the digital divide,” Kacific CEO Christian Patouraux told CNN Philippines’ The Final Word.
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