Mindoro's power needs are constrained by its island grid, prompting the Maharlika Investment Corp. to invest in the modernization of the province's transmission system, according to a BusinessWorld opinion piece.
The article, published on July 9, 2026, notes that while the investment is fitting, it also argues that all of Maharlika’s power grid investments require careful scrutiny.
The piece underscores the need for oversight as the state-owned fund expands its role in the country's energy infrastructure.