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Musk's Starlink Sought Official Distributor in War-Ridden Sudan.

Authors :
Marks, Simon
Francis, Okech
Source :
Bloomberg.com; 7/21/2024, pN.PAG-N.PAG, 1p
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

Elon Musk's SpaceX is seeking an official distributor to operate its Starlink satellite internet service in Sudan, despite the challenges posed by a 15-month-long civil war in the country. The search for a distributor has been difficult due to violence and uncertainty. Starlink devices have been illegally traded and activated in Sudan, with many being imported through corridors controlled by a paramilitary force. Humanitarian groups have urged Starlink to maintain its service in Sudan to aid relief efforts. Starlink has recently obtained a provisional license to operate in neighboring South Sudan, which has also been affected by conflict. [Extracted from the article]

Subjects

Subjects :
VOLUNTEERS
PARAMILITARY forces

Details

Language :
English
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Bloomberg.com
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
178538590