The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia announced its official approval to operate the “Starlink” service, which is the advanced space internet service provided by “SpaceX”, led by billionaire Elon Musk.
This historic decision places Saudi Arabia at the forefront of countries that benefit from the fastest Internet services in the world, as Starlink provides a high -speed satellite connection, which enhances communication in remote and urban areas alike.
According to official sources, Starlink was approved to support the airline and maritime navigation sectors in the first stage, with future plans to expand the service to include other sectors.
This decision comes within the framework of Saudi Vision 2030 to enhance digital transformation and diversify the economy, as the Kingdom seeks to enhance its technological infrastructure and attract global investments.
The “Starlink” service, which relies on a network of thousands of satellites in the low Earth orbit, had global attention thanks to its high speed and access to the Internet in areas that lack traditional infrastructure.
With this announcement, Saudi Arabia joins more than 125 countries that allow this service, which enhances its position as a leading technological center in the region.
Technical experts expressed their optimism about this decision, noting that “Starlink” will contribute to accelerating the pace of innovation in the Kingdom, especially in areas such as artificial intelligence, distance education, and logistical services.
This achievement is expected to enhance the strategic partnership between Saudi Arabia and the SpaceX company, which opens the door to more cooperation in the future.
