June 8th 2024.
In a recent announcement, Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe revealed that his country has given the green light for Elon Musk's Starlink to launch satellite service. This exciting development was shared by the President on his social media platform, X.com. According to Ranil, the Telecommunication Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (TRCSL) has approved the launch of satellite internet services by Starlink, pending a two-week public consultation period.
President Wickremesinghe expressed his enthusiasm for the project, stating that it will revolutionize connectivity in the country and open up new opportunities for the youth. With faster and more reliable internet, Sri Lankans will have access to global education resources, the ability to collaborate on innovative projects, and thrive in the new digital age. This advancement will also provide relief for crucial sectors such as education and fishing.
SpaceX CEO Elon Musk responded to the news with a simple yet appreciative message on his own social media account. The preliminary approval for Starlink's launch was granted by the regulator after a thorough public consultation process that took place just two days ago.
President Wickremesinghe believes that the launch of Starlink will be transformative for Sri Lankans, providing them with better connectivity and access to the digital economy. He also noted the importance of maintaining communications in remote areas and during natural disasters, which will be made possible with this new internet service.
This is not the first time that Musk has brought Starlink to a new country. In May, he launched the service in Indonesia to improve access in remote parts of the archipelago. And just a day later, he announced the availability of Starlink in Fiji, stating that the service is now accessible in the country.
With Starlink's launch in Sri Lanka, the future of connectivity in the country looks promising. This project has the potential to bring about significant changes in various sectors and improve the lives of Sri Lankans, especially the youth. As the two-week public consultation period begins, the country eagerly awaits the official launch of Starlink and the opportunities it will bring.
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