MORE than the season of giving, Christmas is also the season of receiving—free international calls, that is.
In a partnership announced recently at the Globe Tower in Bonifacio Global City that aims to bridge the distance between Filipinos abroad and their families here at home—a distance that becomes even more heartbreaking at this time of the year—Globe Telecom, through its International Business Group, and top communications application LINE is offering international calls for free this holiday season.
“At Globe, we know how much Filipinos value relationships, which is why we continuously strive to provide them with groundbreaking means to stay connected with those who matter most,” Globe Executive Vice President and COO Gil Genio said.
“Our partnership with LINE allows overseas Filipinos worldwide to share the joys of a truly Pinoy one-of-a-kind Christmas with their loved ones despite being separated by distance.”
Through a promotion that spans nine days from December 24 to January 1, 2015, Filipinos overseas using LINE’s Premium Call function can dial in free calls to their loved ones at home who are Globe and TM subscribers. Even prepaid users with no balance can take calls as long as their SIM is active.
According to Globe Senior Vice President for International Business Rizza Maniego-Eala, this partnership is another testament to Globe’s drive in bringing closer families separated by distance.
“Calling is still one of the most popular ways to send a Christmas greeting. Hearing the voice of a loved one saying ‘Merry Christmas’ definitely warms the heart of every Filipino,” she said.
“Furthering our commitment to bridging the gap between our kababayans around the world and their loved ones back home, we are happy to forge an alliance with LINE to let Filipinos, no matter where they are, enjoy worry-free and nonstop calls using the app.”
LINE Philippines head Greg Kim said the collaboration between LINE and the telecom giant is a sign of great things to come.
“Being a popular mobile-messenging app worldwide, LINE is very pleased to provide high-quality service to Filipinos particularly during this season when keeping in touch is paramount. Our collaboration with Globe ushers in a new era in telecommunications as the synergy of an app and a network is created, expanding our reach to more Filipinos who wish to get in touch with friends and family using Globe and TM in the Philippines.”
• For more information on Globe’s international service, visit www.globe.com.ph/international.