Starlink Satellite Internet Services: SL seeks World Bank help to draft regulations

• Starlink aims to commence service in Sri Lanka in 2024, pending regulatory approval

By Kelum Bandara  

The government has sought the expertise of the World Bank to draft new telecommunication regulations for the introduction of Starlink satellite internet services , a Minister said yesterday.  Elon Musk’s Starlink internet is now open for pre-order in Sri Lanka, with the public able to reserve Starlink by paying a fully refundable US $ 9 deposit.  

 Starlink aims to commence service in Sri Lanka in 2024, pending regulatory approval.  

Asked about the current status of evolving regulations , State Minister of Technology Kanaka Herath said World Bank support had been sought .  

He also said his Ministry would consult the authorities of the countries that introduced such regulations.