Starlink to be expanded if trial is successful


Field inspection: Teo (in red blouse) speaking to Tok Batin Salim Palon during her visit to the Orang Asli community in Perling. — THOMAS YONG/The Star

JOHOR BARU: The government is planning to install more Starlink satellite Internet devices if the current testing stage is successful in providing coverage to rural areas, says Teo Nie Ching.

The Deputy Communications and Digital Minister said the ministry would also hold talks with the Health, Education and Rural and Regional Development ministries to expand its use to schools and health clinics, including those in Sabah and Sarawak.

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