Taiwan to Develop Its Own Satellite Network as an Alternative to Starlink

Taiwan is considering developing a rival, to Starlink.

Taiwan has chosen to create its satellite internet system to safeguard national security and strengthen communication reliability.

According to The New York Times reports Taiwan intends to create its satellite internet system to decrease its dependency on American billionaire Elon Musks Starlink service owned by billionaire Elon MuskThe democratic island country situated only 128 km from China deals with cyber threats and military provocations often The necessity for an independent communication network is linked to the internet disruptions witnessed in Ukraine caused by the Russian invasion which underscored the significance of a self reliant satellite network, for Taiwanese authorities.

Taiwan's Response to Cyber Threats: Reducing Reliance on Starlink

As, per the report stated that the government of Taiwan intends to allocate $ 2 billion for a space initiative to send out its communication satellite by the year 2026.

The government is also taking steps towards ensuring communication by making arrangements with established satellite providers before establishing its own network. Partnering with companies such as SES and Eutelsat OneWeb for added assurance, in safeguarding Taiwans internet reliability.

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Taiwan is striving to enhance its status as a tech center by capitalizing on its renown as a producer of semiconductors, with the goal of solidifying its presence in the aerospace sector.

The United States is currently investigating Elon Musks company SpaceX due to concerns that the Starlink satellite internet service may have been utilized by forces, in Ukraine.

Musk has confirmed that SpaceX does not offer Starlink terminals for sale, to Russia in any way. Whether it be directly or indirectly.