PLDT Inc. said partnerships will become increasingly important in the telecommunications sector, according to a report by BusinessWorld.

The company noted that telecom operators are expanding beyond connectivity into artificial intelligence, cloud services, cybersecurity, and digital platforms. "Partnerships and strategic alliances will shape the future of telco because no single player can build everything alone anymore," PLDT's Post-Contract Management Head of Legal and Regulatory Group said.

This view reflects a broader industry trend where collaboration is seen as key to offering comprehensive digital solutions, especially as demand for integrated services grows among enterprise and consumer clients.