Cabos de Timor-Leste and Telin sign MoU to strengthen cross-border digital infrastructure
31 October 2025
Fibre network operator Cabos de Timor-Leste (CTL) and Telin, the international subsidiary of Telkom Indonesia, have formalised their collaboration through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This agreement aims to explore opportunities for enhancing digital infrastructure and connectivity between Timor-Leste and Indonesia, fostering stronger regional integration.
According to a joint statement, the MoU establishes a framework for knowledge sharing, capacity building, and potential joint projects, including the development of a bilateral submarine cable system to improve cross-border data transmission. Additional areas of collaboration may encompass submarine cable management, internet development, cybersecurity initiatives, and broader digital transformation efforts.
Find out more PLDT upgrades Philippines’ digital infrastructure with Ciena’s optical technology
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30 October 2025
Philippine telecommunications provider PLDT is advancing its digital infrastructure by deploying optical solutions from US vendor Ciena, aiming to improve data transmission from the Asia Direct Cable (ADC) system to local users.
The upgrade involves the deployment of Ciena’s 6500 platform to enhance the backhaul of international traffic — specifically from global cloud providers — across PLDT’s domestic network backbone. This initiative is designed to increase the efficiency, capacity, and reliability of data flows within the Philippines.
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Telkom Indonesia's spin-off aims to boost focus and digital inclusion
22 October 2025
Telkom Indonesia has announced a strategic move to spin off a portion of its fibre optic assets into a new subsidiary, Telkom Infrastruktur Indonesia.
The company’s statement, cited by Reuters, describes the transaction as a material and affiliated party deal under domestic regulations, clarifying that it will not significantly impact the company's overall financial condition. The primary motivation behind this corporate action is to enhance business focus and optimise the utilisation of its extensive fibre optic network assets.
Find out more Earthquake disrupts internet services in Papua New Guinea’s southeastern towns
13 October 2025
Internet connectivity in the southeastern towns of Popondetta and Alotau in Papua New Guinea has been disrupted following a subsea cable break, likely caused by a recent earthquake.
Papua New Guinea’s state-owned telecoms wholesaler, PNG DataCo, reported the issue on social media, indicating a network failure on its Kumul Submarine Cable Network (KSCN) linking Madang and Alotau.
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