Starlink has applied for a license from the Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) to launch its satellite internet services in Bangladesh. The move comes after approval from the Bangladesh Investment Development Authority. Starlink aims to expand connectivity in the country, navigating regulatory and environmental challenges for success.
Starlink is set to launch its satellite internet service in Pakistan by November or December 2025. The service is in the final stages of the licensing process, with a regulatory framework being developed. Starlink’s infrastructure deployment is expected to be completed by the end of the year.
Starlink, SpaceX’s satellite internet service, has launched a trial in Bangladesh during the Bangladesh Investment Summit. The service, showcasing high-speed connectivity, is being demonstrated at the InterContinental Dhaka. BSCL is overseeing the trial, and full-scale commercial launch depends on obtaining regulatory approval. Starlink aims to improve internet access in remote areas.
Orange Jordan has launched an advanced satellite Internet service, enhancing digital inclusion in remote areas. This service, in collaboration with Eutelsat Group, offers secure, reliable broadband technology for both individuals and businesses, cementing Orange Jordan’s position as the leading telecom provider in the country.
Starlink has received approval from Bangladesh’s Investment Development Authority (BIDA) to operate in the country. The company has applied for an NGSO licence, which is expected to be issued soon. While a demonstration of Starlink’s services will take place at the Bangladesh Investment Summit, the commercial launch will take longer.
SpaceX’s Starlink rollout in Sri Lanka has been suspended due to national security concerns, with the government citing the lack of provisions for legal data interception. The suspension follows a previous TRCSL license and aims to ensure authorities can access communications data when necessary. Starlink hopes to launch in 2025.
Starlink has received provisional permission to operate in Pakistan, marking the launch of satellite internet services in the country. The service aims to improve connectivity in remote areas, with discussions ongoing about regulatory requirements, including service shutdowns for security. Pakistan’s digital landscape is set for transformation with this development.
Starlink has begun discussions with Moroccan authorities to deploy its satellites over the Sahara. Negotiations, which began in the summer of 2024, were further advanced during the Qatar-Africa Business Forum in November 2024. The deployment depends on approval from Morocco’s National Telecommunications Regulatory Agency (ANRT).
BSCL has requested the BTRC to mandate satellite internet providers, including Starlink, to route bandwidth through its ground station, aiming for resource utilization and revenue growth. However, BTRC is unlikely to enforce this for NGSO operators like Starlink, fearing it could hinder their entry into Bangladesh’s market.
Amazon Kuiper has partnered with Kazakhstan’s Samruk-Kazyna to provide satellite internet services to remote regions of the country. This collaboration aims to improve broadband connectivity in underserved areas through satellite technology, enhancing access to the internet and supporting global efforts for digital inclusion.
