Bangladesh has granted Starlink a 10-year operating license, allowing the satellite internet provider to offer high-speed services across the country. This makes Bangladesh the second South Asian nation to approve Starlink’s operations. The move is expected to boost competition in the broadband and mobile internet markets.
Starlink’s satellite internet services in Pakistan have been delayed as the PTA decided not to grant a full license based on temporary registration. The company awaits final clearance from authorities, with service expected by late 2025, once all regulatory requirements are met. Infrastructure preparations are ongoing despite the setback.
Starlink has received approval from Bangladesh’s internet regulator for a satellite internet licence, pending final approval from the telecom ministry. If granted, Starlink could launch services in Bangladesh within months, significantly advancing the country’s digital connectivity and competing in the growing satellite internet market.
Starlink has applied to the Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) for a licence to operate in Bangladesh. With approval from the Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA), Starlink’s entry into the market would introduce satellite internet services under new NGSO guidelines. Pricing and reliability will be key for market success.
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.
