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Philippine President Embraces Global Alliances to Push Digitalisation

[working paper]

Schipper, Tetiana

Corporate Editor
German Institute for Global and Area Studies (GIGA) - Leibniz-Institut für Globale und Regionale Studien, Institut für Asien-Studien

Abstract

Since taking office in 2022, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has shifted from his predecessor's pro-China stance towards a focus on balanced global partnerships to boost digitalisation. By collaborating with key global partners, he aims to enhance the Philippines' internet infrastructure, e-governanc... view more

Since taking office in 2022, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has shifted from his predecessor's pro-China stance towards a focus on balanced global partnerships to boost digitalisation. By collaborating with key global partners, he aims to enhance the Philippines' internet infrastructure, e-governance, and cybersecurity, and thereby establish the country as a regional leader in digital connectivity. Marcos Jr. has engaged tech-savvy Filipinos by embracing the country's vibrant internet culture and rapid adoption of artificial intelligence. His administration has launched several ambitious infrastructure projects with global partners to improve connectivity. In 2022 the Philippines introduced Starlink through foreign ownership reforms, followed by the 2023 expansion of Copernicus services with European Union funding. A World Bank project is also enhancing remote connectivity, reflecting continuous efforts to improve digital infrastructure. In 2024 Germany and the Philippines are marking 70 years of diplomatic relations by strengthening their collaboration in areas such as training and cyber defence. For the first time in over a decade, the Philippines hosted Germany's foreign minister, laying the groundwork for a strategic partnership. Marcos Jr. is also pursuing deeper ties with Japan, the United States, and international organisations to accelerate the Philippines' digital transformation. Amid the country's concerns regarding its reliance on Chinese technology, Germany presents itself as a valuable partner, offering its engineering expertise and shared democratic values.... view less

Keywords
Philippines; digitalization; policy on technology; technical development; international cooperation; Federal Republic of Germany

Classification
International Relations, International Politics, Foreign Affairs, Development Policy

Free Keywords
Internationale wissenschaftlich-technologische Zusammenarbeit; Informationssicherheit; Entwicklungsperspektive und -tendenz

Document language
English

Publication Year
2024

City
Hamburg

Page/Pages
11 p.

Series
GIGA Focus Asien, 7

DOI
https://doi.org/10.57671/gfas-24072

Status
Published Version; reviewed

Licence
Creative Commons - Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0


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