It has been claimed that the two cables follow the previous investments by Facebook to build internet connectivity in the Indonesian states. Apart from the Southeast Asian cables, the social media behemoth is also constantly working on its broader subsea plans in Asia and worldwide, including the Pacific Light Cable Network (PLCN). In essence, the PLCN subsea connection is a 12,800 km project which is being funded by Alphabet and Facebook. Apparently, the project has already met the U.S government resistance over plans for a Hong Kong channel. Speaking of the ongoing subsea connection efforts, Salvadori cited that the firm is working closely with the partners and regulators to meet all the concerns raised by people.

Source: The North Africa Journal March 30, 2021 10:41 UTC