CA orders launch of Starlink in 90 days

Chief Adviser Dr Muhammad Yunus has directed the relevant authorities to ensure the commercial launch of Starlink's satellite broadband internet service in Bangladesh within 90 days, reports UNB.

According to officials, during trial broadcasts in the country, Starlink operated using its foreign satellite broadband gateway. But for commercial operations, the company must comply with the Non-Geostationary Satellite Orbit (NGSO) policy, which mandates the use of a local broadband gateway or International Internet

Gateway (IIG).

Starlink, a subsidiary of Elon Musk's SpaceX, has been in discussions with Bangladesh's regulatory authorities regarding the licensing process.

The government has emphasised the importance of adhering to national regulations, including spectrum allocation and security requirements, before granting full operational approval.

Dr Yunus has also formally invited Elon Musk to visit Bangladesh for the official launch of the service.