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Satellite and mobile connectivity played a critical role in recent emergency responses in Sri Lanka and along the Thai–Cambodia border. Eutelsat and Bharti Airtel supported flood relief through LEO satellite services, while Thailand’s True Corporation maintained communications, supported evacuees, and restored network services amid border tensions.
Telecom operators in Malaysia and Bangladesh are reinforcing emergency communications through partnerships with humanitarian agencies. CelcomDigi is supporting flood relief with connectivity, alerts, and on-the-ground aid, while Edotco Bangladesh is collaborating with the Red Crescent to strengthen disaster preparedness, early warnings, and network resilience in climate-vulnerable communities.