Sakin Islam

Experimental Launch of Starlink in Bangladesh

Bangladesh's Starlink: A New Era in Internet Connectivity Elon Musk’s SpaceX satellite-based internet service ‘Starlink’ has officially been launched in Bangladesh. On April 9, 2025, during the Bangladesh Investment Summit in Dhaka, this service was trialed out. This service is expected to make high-speed internet available even in the country's most remote areas. How does Starlink work? Starlink is a project by SpaceX that provides high-speed internet service globally by deploying thousands of low-earth orbit (LEO) satellites. This technology reduces dependence on terrestrial infrastructure, making it possible to provide internet even in rural and hard-to-reach locations. Starlink’s Journey in Bangladesh The process to launch Starlink in Bangladesh began with technological trials in July 2023. Later, a video call between Nobel Laureate Professor Muhammad Yunus and Elon Musk on February 13, 2025, helped accelerate the initiative. On March 29, the Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) granted Starlink an investment registration, giving them 90 working days to begin operations. However, Starlink launched its trial service even before the deadline, inaugurating it on April 9 in Dhaka.