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Time of India
21-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Starlink begins operations in Bangladesh
Dhaka: Starlink , a satellite internet service owned by Elon Musk 's SpaceX, has officially started operations in Bangladesh, an aide to the Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus of the Bangladesh interim government said on Tuesday. In a statement shared on Facebook, Special Assistant to the Chief Adviser, Faiz Ataiyeb Ahmad, wrote, "Starlink has officially launched in Bangladesh. They informed me about it by phone yesterday afternoon and confirmed it on their X handle this morning." "Starlink is initially launching with two packages - Starlink Residence and Residence Lite. The monthly cost for one is 6,000 taka ($47) and the other is 4,200 taka ($33). However, there will be a one-time cost 47,000 taka ($372) for the setup equipment", he added. Ahmad said that people can use unlimited data at speeds up to 300 Megabits per second (Mbps). "There are no speed or data limits. Individuals can use unlimited data at speeds up to 300 Mbps. Customers in Bangladesh can place orders starting today. This has fulfilled Sir's (Chief Adviser) expectation of starting the journey within 90 days", Ahmad stated. The interim government in Bangladesh allowed Starlink to offer its services after a trial run on April 9. Starlink aims to provide high-speed internet access to even remote areas in the country. Ahmed said, "Although expensive, this has created a sustainable alternative for premium customers to access high-quality and high-speed internet services." "In addition, in areas where fiber or high-speed internet services have not yet reached, companies will have the opportunity to expand their business, and NGOs, freelancers, and entrepreneurs will be guaranteed uninterrupted high-speed internet throughout the year", he stated Muhammad Yunus, Chief Adviser of Bangladesh interim government, congratulated everyone involved. Earlier in February, Yunus had invited SpaceX CEO Elon Musk to visit Bangladesh and launch Starlink satellite service in the country in 90 days. Yunus wrote a letter to Musk on February 19. At the time, the statement shared by the Chief Adviser of the Government of Bangladesh on X said, "Chief Adviser invites Elon Musk to visit Bangladesh and launch Starlink in 90 working days. Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus has invited top US businessman and Chief Executive Officer of SpaceX Elon Musk to visit Bangladesh and launch Starlink satellite service in the country." "In a letter to Musk on February 19, the Chief Adviser told Musk his visit to Bangladesh would allow him to meet Bangladeshi young men and women who will be among the main beneficiaries of this leading technology," he added.
United News of India
20-05-2025
- Business
- United News of India
Starlink launches internet services in Bangladesh
Dhaka, May 20 (UNI) Starlink, the satellite internet venture backed by Elon Musk's SpaceX, has officially launched its operations in Bangladesh, offering high-speed, low-latency internet to both urban and remote users across the country. Confirming the development, Faiz Ahmad Taiyeb, Special Assistant to the Chief Advisor, said Starlink informed the Bangladesh government of its entry via a phone call on Monday afternoon, followed by confirmation on their official social media handle earlier Tuesday morning. "Starlink has officially started its journey in Bangladesh. They have commenced operations with two initial packages — Starlink Residence and Residence Light. The monthly subscription rates are fixed at Tk 6,000 and Tk 4,200 respectively," Taiyeb said in s statement posted on Facebook. He added that a one-time payment of Tk 47,000 will be required for installation and equipment. Both packages will offer unlimited data with internet speeds of up to 300 Mbps, with no data caps or throttling. The rollout is expected to significantly benefit remote areas where fibre optic or conventional high-speed internet infrastructure is yet to reach. "This service provides a sustainable alternative for premium users and opens doors for businesses, NGOs, freelancers, and entrepreneurs who require uninterrupted internet access throughout the year," Taiyeb noted. The Special Assistant further remarked that the Chief Advisor's vision of launching this connectivity service within 90 days had been fulfilled. "The Hon'ble Chief Advisor congratulated all stakeholders involved in facilitating Starlink's entry into Bangladesh," he said. Consumers across Bangladesh can begin placing orders for Starlink services starting today. UNI BDN SSP
Express Tribune
20-05-2025
- Business
- Express Tribune
Starlink in Bangladesh: 2 premium internet packages launched in BD
Listen to article In a major development for the internet sector, SpaceX's satellite internet service, Starlink, officially began its operations in Bangladesh on May 20. The announcement was made via Starlink's official X (formerly Twitter) page, confirming the launch of Starlink's services in the country. "We have been informed of the launch, and today it's official. Starlink will initially offer two packages for residential users: Starlink Residence, priced at Tk6,000 per month, and Residence Lite, priced at Tk4,200 per month. A one-time setup cost of Tk47,000 is required for installation," said Faiz Ahmad Taiyeb, special assistant to the chief adviser. The two packages promise unlimited data usage with speeds reaching up to 300 Mbps, catering to users looking for high-speed internet in areas where traditional broadband options have yet to reach. Starlink's entry into Bangladesh comes as a solution to ensure uninterrupted, high-speed internet across the nation, particularly benefiting businesses, NGOs, freelancers, and entrepreneurs. 'This service creates a sustainable alternative for premium customers to access high-quality internet services. Additionally, it will empower businesses to expand into areas lacking high-speed connectivity,' Taiyeb added. The interim government has approved Starlink's entry as a non-geostationary orbit satellite internet provider. This move aims to ensure internet connectivity remains intact during times of political unrest, following disruptions last year when the government temporarily suspended internet access during protests. Starlink's operations in Bangladesh may mark a new chapter in ensuring internet resilience, opening doors for users who demand uninterrupted, high-speed connectivity, even in politically volatile times.
