The Philippines and South Korea will collaborate on digital infrastructure projects to enhance the Philippines' information and communications technology (ICT) sector. The inaugural meeting of the Korean-Philippine Economic Innovation Partnership Program (EIPP) outlined plans for three key projects, including a National Communications Satellite road map, an Implementation Plan for the Philippine E-Government Master Plan, and an Integrated Data Center.
THE Philippines, in partnership with the South Korea n government, will pursue digital transformation and innovation, the National Economic and Development Authority said on Friday.NEDA, in partnership with the Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency , kicked off the inaugural meeting of the Korean-Philippine Economic Innovation Partnership Program on Jan. 16 at the New World Hotel in Makati City.
'We are at the threshold of an exciting chapter in the partnership between the Philippines and Korea — one that promises to foster innovation, drive economic growth and create a lasting impact for both nations.
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