Converge CEO and Co-Founder Dennis Anthony Uy briefs President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. during a tour of the company’s AI-ready Angeles Data Center, showcasing its role in strengthening the Philippines’ digital infrastructure, data sovereignty, and readiness for AI-driven innovation.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. visited the Angeles Data Center of Converge ICT Solutions Inc. (PSE: CNVRG), highlighting the growing importance of local data infrastructure in strengthening the Philippines’ digital sovereignty, cybersecurity, and AI readiness.
During the visit on July 24, President Marcos, together with Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Secretary Henry Aguda and other government officials, inspected Converge’s state-of-the-art facility, which is positioned to support the government’s data sovereignty agenda.
Converge CEO and Co-Founder Dennis Anthony Uy welcomes President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to the Angeles Data Center, joined by Angeles City Mayor Jon Lazatin and DICT Secretary Henry Aguda.
The visit highlights the role of Converge’s AI-ready data center in advancing the Philippines’ digital infrastructure, strengthening data sovereignty, and supporting the country’s transition toward a more secure and AI-powered future.
The visit follows the issuance of Executive Order No. 119, which updates government policies on digital transactions by establishing stronger guidelines for data classification, data residency, cybersecurity, and cross-border data transfers.
“We are preparing for the future right now. By establishing our own sovereign data center, cloud and AI infrastructure, we are safeguarding our nation’s data, bridging our islands, and ensuring the Philippines is ready for the AI era,” President Marcos said.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. signs the commemorative wall during his visit to the Converge Angeles Data Center, marking a milestone in the Philippines’ journey toward stronger digital infrastructure, data sovereignty, and AI readiness.
The visit highlights the importance of secure, locally hosted data facilities in supporting the country’s digital transformation and future AI-powered services.
To support the requirements of EO 119, Converge is offering its 12-megawatt, Uptime Tier III Certified, AI-capable data center in Angeles City as a localized sovereign cloud platform for government agencies.
The facility, which houses the company’s Converge Cloud system, enables organizations to host critical systems and data within Philippine borders, reducing dependence on foreign-hosted infrastructure while improving security, compliance, and operational resilience.
Converge CEO and Co-Founder Dennis Anthony Uy said the company designed its data center and national digital infrastructure to support highly regulated sectors where data control and protection are critical.
“EO 119 marks a defining moment for the digital backbone of our government,” Uy said, adding that localized data infrastructure will help secure the country’s digital future while encouraging investments in the Philippine data center industry.
DICT Secretary Henry Aguda emphasized that protecting government data while continuing to support innovation, cloud adoption, and global digital partnerships is essential to the country’s digital transformation.
Converge said keeping critical data within the country can help reduce cybersecurity risks, maintain service continuity during international disruptions, and ensure that sensitive government information remains protected under Philippine jurisdiction.
As demand for artificial intelligence and advanced digital services grows, Converge is also expanding its infrastructure to support AI-driven workloads, aiming to strengthen the Philippines’ position in the regional digital economy.
