6-K

 

UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 6-K
REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER
PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-16 OR 15d-16
UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 March 8, 2011

Philippine Long Distance Telephone Company
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(Translation of registrant’s name into English)

Ramon Cojuangco Building
Makati Avenue, Makati City
Philippines

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(Address of principal executive office)

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover of Form 20-F or Form 40-F:  [x] Form 20-F    [] Form 40-F

Indicate by check mark if the registrant is submitting the Form 6-K in paper as permitted by Regulation S-T Rule 101(b)(1):  []

Indicate by check mark if the registrant is submitting the Form 6-K in paper as permitted by Regulation S-T Rule 101(b)(7):  []

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant by furnishing the information contained in this Form is also thereby furnishing the information to the Commission pursuant to Rule 12g3-2(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934:  [] Yes    [x] No

If "Yes" is marked, indicate below the file number assigned to the registrant in connection with Rule 12g3-2(b):    n/a 

Copy of the press release entitled ““PLDT offers first mobile cloud computing
solution” that we filed today with the Securities and Exchange Commission and
the Philippine Stock Exchange.

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

		Philippine Long Distance Telephone Company
Date: 03/08/2011	By:	Ma. Lourdes C. Rausa-Chan
	Name:	Ma. Lourdes C. Rausa-Chan
	Title:	SVP & Corporate Secretary

EXHIBIT INDEX

Exhibit No.	Description
99	Copy of the press release entitled ““PLDT offers first mobile cloud computing solution” that we filed today with the Securities and Exchange Commission and the Philippine Stock Exchange.

EX-99 2 exhibit1.htm EX-99

NOTE REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

Some information in this report may contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the U.S. Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the U.S. Securities Exchange Act of 1934. We have based these forward-looking statements on our current beliefs, expectations and intentions as to facts, actions and events that will or may occur in the future. Such statements generally are identified by forward-looking words such as “believe,” “plan,” “anticipate,” “continue,” “estimate,” “expect,” “may,” “will” or other similar words.

A forward-looking statement may include a statement of the assumptions or bases underlying the forward-looking statement. We have chosen these assumptions or bases in good faith. These forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions, some of which are beyond our control. In addition, these forward-looking statements reflect our current views with respect to future events and are not a guarantee of future performance. Actual results may differ materially from information contained in the forward-looking statements as a result of a number of factors, including, without limitation, the risk factors set forth in “Item 3. Key Information – Risk Factors” in our annual report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2009. You should also keep in mind that any forward-looking statement made by us in this report or elsewhere speaks only as at the date on which we made it. New risks and uncertainties come up from time to time, and it is impossible for us to predict these events or how they may affect us. We have no duty to, and do not intend to, update or revise the statements in this report after the date hereof. In light of these risks and uncertainties, you should keep in mind that actual results may differ materially from any forward-looking statement made in this report or elsewhere.

EXHIBITS

Exhibit Number			Page
	1	Copy of the press release entitled ““PLDT offers first mobile cloud computing solution” that we filed today with the Securities and Exchange Commission and the Philippine Stock Exchange.	6

Exhibit 1

March 8, 2011

The Philippine Stock Exchange
Disclosure Department
Tower One and Exchange Plaza
Ayala Triangle, Ayala Avenue
Makati City

Attention: Ms. Janet A. Encarnacion
Head, Disclosure Department

Ladies and Gentlemen:

In compliance with Section 17.1(b) and Section 17.3 of the Securities Regulation Code, we submit herewith a copy of SEC Form 17-C with a copy of a press release attached thereto entitled “PLDT offers first mobile cloud computing solution”.

Respectfully yours,

/s/ Ma. Lourdes C. Rausa-Chan
MA. LOURDES C. RAUSA-CHAN
Corporate Secretary

Page 1 of 6

Exhibit 1

March 8, 2011

SECURITIES & EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Money Market Operations Department
SEC Building, EDSA
Mandaluyong City

Attention		:Director Justina F. Callangan
		Corporations Finance Department
Gentlemen:
Re	:	Philippine Long Distance Telephone Company SEC Registration No. PW-55

In accordance with Section 17.1 (b) of the Securities Regulation Code, we submit herewith two (2) copies of SEC Form 17-C with a press release attached thereto entitled “PLDT offers first mobile cloud computing solution”.

Very truly yours,

/s/ Ma. Lourdes C. Rausa-Chan
MA. LOURDES C. RAUSA-CHAN
Corporate Secretary

Page 2 of 6

Exhibit 1

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

SEC FORM 17-C

CURRENT REPORT UNDER SECTION 17
OF THE SECURITIES REGULATION CODE
AND SRC RULE 17.1

1. March 8, 2011

(Date of earliest event reported)

2. SEC Identification Number PW-55

3. BIR Tax Identification No. 000-488-793

4. PHILIPPINE LONG DISTANCE TELEPHONE COMPANY

Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter

5.PHILIPPINES 6.        (SEC Use Only)
Province, country or other jurisdiction	Industry Classification Code

of Incorporation

7. 9^th Floor MGO Building

Legaspi corner dela Rosa Streets, Makati City
Address of principal office 1200
Postal Code

8. (632) 816-8553

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code

9. Not Applicable

Former name or former address, if changed since last report

10. Securities registered pursuant to Sections 8 and 12 of the SRC

Title of Each Class Number of Shares of Common Stock
Licensed and Amount of Debt Outstanding

Page 3 of 6

Exhibit 1

11. Item 9 – Other Events

Attached hereto is a press release entitled “PLDT offers first mobile cloud computing solution”.

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Regulation Code, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereto duly authorized.

PHILIPPINE LONG DISTANCE
TELEPHONE COMPANY
/s/ Ma. Lourdes C. Rausa-Chan

MA. LOURDES C. RAUSA-CHAN
Corporate Secretary

Date: March 8, 2011

Page 4 of 6

Exhibit 1

PLDTpressrelease

PLDT offers first mobile cloud computing solution

MANILA, Philippines, March 08, 2011 – The Philippine Long Distance Telephone Company has introduced the country’s first mobile broadband solution that offers integrated cloud-based internet protection.

Dubbed as PLDT WeRoam PROTECT, the solution allows a company’s mobile workforce to access the internet as well as the company’s intranet network and software applications through a secure wireless internet connection.

PLDT Vice President and Head of Corporate Business Jovy Hernandez said this deals with the pressing need of large companies to increase the productivity of employees while providing a secure internet experience.

“Global studies show that employees spend an average of two to three hours per day surfing the internet for non-business reasons, especially those who work in the field using mobile broadband,” Hernandez said. “The concern of large companies is that this practice exposes the end-user to security risks and, to some, even productivity losses.”

These large companies who need increased data security and higher productivity can use PLDT WeRoam PROTECT which limits internet access only to officially sanctioned websites.

“For most companies, managing their mobile internet traffic is an IT nightmare,” said PLDT Head of Corporate Business Solutions Vic Tria. “Traditionally, you would have to spend millions in software and hardware to provide enterprise-grade web security to mobile workers. PLDT WeRoam PROTECT does this all within the cloud, thus lowering costs and allowing a hassle-free and highly-scalable implementation.”

Hernandez added that through the power of cloud computing, PLDT WeRoam PROTECT can guarantee a substantial increase in mobile workforce productivity by thoroughly filtering all internet content according to the client’s needs.

Cloud computing is internet-based computing, where software, data storage and other resources are shared over the internet.

With cloud computing, mobile users can access their company’s network and applications remotely through the internet.

Powered by Zscaler, the worldwide leader in security-as-a-service solutions, PLDT WeRoam PROTECT provides a feature-rich web security solution that is globally competitive.

Page 5 of 6

Exhibit 1

More information about PLDT WeRoam PROTECT is available at http://www.pldt.com/pldtweroam/ and http://appfarm.pldtcorporate.com/appfarm—protect.aspx.

XXX

About PLDT

PLDT is the leading telecommunications service provider in the Philippines. Through its three principal business groups – wireless, fixed line, and information and communications technology – PLDT offers the largest and most diversified range of telecommunications services across the Philippines’ most extensive fiber optic backbone and wireless and fixed line networks.

PLDT is listed on the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE:TEL) and its American Depositary Shares are listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE:PHI). PLDT has one of the largest market capitalizations among Philippine-listed companies.

Further information can be obtained by visiting the web at www.pldt.com.ph.

Contact person:

Ramon R. Isberto
PLDT Spokesperson
Tel. No.: +63 2 5113101
Fax No.: +63 2 5113100

Page 6 of 6

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

PHILIPPINE LONG DISTANCE
TELEPHONE COMPANY

By : /s/ Ma. Lourdes C. Rausa-Chan

Name : Ma. Lourdes C. Rausa-Chan
Title : Senior Vice President, Corporate
Affairs and Legal Services Head
and Corporate Secretary

Date: March 8, 2011

EX-99

NOTE REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

Some information in this report may contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the U.S. Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the U.S. Securities Exchange Act of 1934. We have based these forward-looking statements on our current beliefs, expectations and intentions as to facts, actions and events that will or may occur in the future. Such statements generally are identified by forward-looking words such as “believe,” “plan,” “anticipate,” “continue,” “estimate,” “expect,” “may,” “will” or other similar words.

A forward-looking statement may include a statement of the assumptions or bases underlying the forward-looking statement. We have chosen these assumptions or bases in good faith. These forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions, some of which are beyond our control. In addition, these forward-looking statements reflect our current views with respect to future events and are not a guarantee of future performance. Actual results may differ materially from information contained in the forward-looking statements as a result of a number of factors, including, without limitation, the risk factors set forth in “Item 3. Key Information – Risk Factors” in our annual report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2009. You should also keep in mind that any forward-looking statement made by us in this report or elsewhere speaks only as at the date on which we made it. New risks and uncertainties come up from time to time, and it is impossible for us to predict these events or how they may affect us. We have no duty to, and do not intend to, update or revise the statements in this report after the date hereof. In light of these risks and uncertainties, you should keep in mind that actual results may differ materially from any forward-looking statement made in this report or elsewhere.

EXHIBITS

Exhibit Number			Page
	1	Copy of the press release entitled ““PLDT offers first mobile cloud computing solution” that we filed today with the Securities and Exchange Commission and the Philippine Stock Exchange.	6

Exhibit 1

March 8, 2011

The Philippine Stock Exchange
Disclosure Department
Tower One and Exchange Plaza
Ayala Triangle, Ayala Avenue
Makati City

Attention: Ms. Janet A. Encarnacion
Head, Disclosure Department

Ladies and Gentlemen:

In compliance with Section 17.1(b) and Section 17.3 of the Securities Regulation Code, we submit herewith a copy of SEC Form 17-C with a copy of a press release attached thereto entitled “PLDT offers first mobile cloud computing solution”.

Respectfully yours,

/s/ Ma. Lourdes C. Rausa-Chan
MA. LOURDES C. RAUSA-CHAN
Corporate Secretary

Page 1 of 6

Exhibit 1

March 8, 2011

SECURITIES & EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Money Market Operations Department
SEC Building, EDSA
Mandaluyong City

Attention		:Director Justina F. Callangan
		Corporations Finance Department
Gentlemen:
Re	:	Philippine Long Distance Telephone Company SEC Registration No. PW-55

In accordance with Section 17.1 (b) of the Securities Regulation Code, we submit herewith two (2) copies of SEC Form 17-C with a press release attached thereto entitled “PLDT offers first mobile cloud computing solution”.

Very truly yours,

/s/ Ma. Lourdes C. Rausa-Chan
MA. LOURDES C. RAUSA-CHAN
Corporate Secretary

Page 2 of 6

Exhibit 1

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

SEC FORM 17-C

CURRENT REPORT UNDER SECTION 17
OF THE SECURITIES REGULATION CODE
AND SRC RULE 17.1

1. March 8, 2011

(Date of earliest event reported)

2. SEC Identification Number PW-55

3. BIR Tax Identification No. 000-488-793

4. PHILIPPINE LONG DISTANCE TELEPHONE COMPANY

Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter

5.PHILIPPINES 6.        (SEC Use Only)
Province, country or other jurisdiction	Industry Classification Code

of Incorporation

7. 9^th Floor MGO Building

Legaspi corner dela Rosa Streets, Makati City
Address of principal office 1200
Postal Code

8. (632) 816-8553

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code

9. Not Applicable

Former name or former address, if changed since last report

10. Securities registered pursuant to Sections 8 and 12 of the SRC

Title of Each Class Number of Shares of Common Stock
Licensed and Amount of Debt Outstanding

Page 3 of 6

Exhibit 1

11. Item 9 – Other Events

Attached hereto is a press release entitled “PLDT offers first mobile cloud computing solution”.

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Regulation Code, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereto duly authorized.

PHILIPPINE LONG DISTANCE
TELEPHONE COMPANY
/s/ Ma. Lourdes C. Rausa-Chan

MA. LOURDES C. RAUSA-CHAN
Corporate Secretary

Date: March 8, 2011

Page 4 of 6

Exhibit 1

PLDTpressrelease

PLDT offers first mobile cloud computing solution

MANILA, Philippines, March 08, 2011 – The Philippine Long Distance Telephone Company has introduced the country’s first mobile broadband solution that offers integrated cloud-based internet protection.

Dubbed as PLDT WeRoam PROTECT, the solution allows a company’s mobile workforce to access the internet as well as the company’s intranet network and software applications through a secure wireless internet connection.

PLDT Vice President and Head of Corporate Business Jovy Hernandez said this deals with the pressing need of large companies to increase the productivity of employees while providing a secure internet experience.

“Global studies show that employees spend an average of two to three hours per day surfing the internet for non-business reasons, especially those who work in the field using mobile broadband,” Hernandez said. “The concern of large companies is that this practice exposes the end-user to security risks and, to some, even productivity losses.”

These large companies who need increased data security and higher productivity can use PLDT WeRoam PROTECT which limits internet access only to officially sanctioned websites.

“For most companies, managing their mobile internet traffic is an IT nightmare,” said PLDT Head of Corporate Business Solutions Vic Tria. “Traditionally, you would have to spend millions in software and hardware to provide enterprise-grade web security to mobile workers. PLDT WeRoam PROTECT does this all within the cloud, thus lowering costs and allowing a hassle-free and highly-scalable implementation.”

Hernandez added that through the power of cloud computing, PLDT WeRoam PROTECT can guarantee a substantial increase in mobile workforce productivity by thoroughly filtering all internet content according to the client’s needs.

Cloud computing is internet-based computing, where software, data storage and other resources are shared over the internet.

With cloud computing, mobile users can access their company’s network and applications remotely through the internet.

Powered by Zscaler, the worldwide leader in security-as-a-service solutions, PLDT WeRoam PROTECT provides a feature-rich web security solution that is globally competitive.

Page 5 of 6

Exhibit 1

More information about PLDT WeRoam PROTECT is available at http://www.pldt.com/pldtweroam/ and http://appfarm.pldtcorporate.com/appfarm—protect.aspx.

XXX

About PLDT

PLDT is the leading telecommunications service provider in the Philippines. Through its three principal business groups – wireless, fixed line, and information and communications technology – PLDT offers the largest and most diversified range of telecommunications services across the Philippines’ most extensive fiber optic backbone and wireless and fixed line networks.

PLDT is listed on the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE:TEL) and its American Depositary Shares are listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE:PHI). PLDT has one of the largest market capitalizations among Philippine-listed companies.

Further information can be obtained by visiting the web at www.pldt.com.ph.

Contact person:

Ramon R. Isberto
PLDT Spokesperson
Tel. No.: +63 2 5113101
Fax No.: +63 2 5113100

Page 6 of 6

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

PHILIPPINE LONG DISTANCE
TELEPHONE COMPANY

By : /s/ Ma. Lourdes C. Rausa-Chan

Name : Ma. Lourdes C. Rausa-Chan
Title : Senior Vice President, Corporate
Affairs and Legal Services Head
and Corporate Secretary

Date: March 8, 2011