Work item:
D.ecosat
Subject/title:
Economic and policy aspects of the provision of high-speed Internet connectivity by retail satellite operators
Approval process:
TAP
Type of work item:
Recommendation
Version:
New
Equivalent number:
-
Timing:
2026 (Medium priority)
Liaison:
ITU-R SG4 (WP4A); ITU-R WP1B; ITU-D Q1/1 and Q4/1.
Supporting members:
Cameroon, Benin, Dem. Rep. of the Congo, Mali, Zimbabwe, Rwanda, Nigeria, Cote d'Ivoire, Liberia, Niger, Kenya, Uganda, Malawi, Mozambique, Sudan, South Africa, Togo, Sonatel, Ghana, The Gambia, Zambia, Senegal, China, Gabon, Burundi, Sri Lanka, Zambia, India, Brazil, Congo (Rep. of), Trinidad and Tobago, Burundi, Lesotho, Haiti
Summary:
The ever-growing demand for high-speed, low latency connectivity around the world has led consumers to seek connectivity via low Earth orbit satellite, which can deliver a high-speed, low latency Internet signal to even the most remote points on the planet and help bridge the digital divide. However, Administrations seek to ensure that operators obtain the necessary authorization and equipment type approval before offering service in their jurisdictions.
Comment:
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