Elon Musk’s Satellite Internet Arrives in Tajikistan
Technology
Tajikistan is connecting to Elon Musk’s SpaceX Starlink satellite internet system, promising high-speed coverage even in remote mountainous areas. Experts, however, warn of potential security risks for the country.
The Tajikistan Communications Service announced the launch of the country’s connection to the Starlink satellite internet system. SpaceX and its Central Asia representative, based in Kazakhstan, also confirmed the project.
Starlink will provide internet access across the country, including remote mountainous regions where mobile networks were previously limited and slow. The system is designed for private users as well as social institutions, schools, and healthcare facilities.
Authorities emphasize that satellites will not completely replace existing communication towers. Upgrades to infrastructure and installation of new base stations are underway to maintain parallel and alternative communication channels.
Security concerns remain. Experts, including Nurullo Huseynov, note that given the geopolitical situation and Tajikistan’s border with unstable Afghanistan, the use of Starlink requires careful monitoring. Concerns include possible external influence over the network or its neutralization during crises.
The public is also concerned about potential impacts on internet tariffs; no official decision for 2026 pricing has been made yet.
While Starlink could greatly improve connectivity in mountainous regions, it may also introduce new risks for the country, including challenges in controlling information flows and ensuring national security.
Starlink will provide internet access across the country, including remote mountainous regions where mobile networks were previously limited and slow. The system is designed for private users as well as social institutions, schools, and healthcare facilities.
Authorities emphasize that satellites will not completely replace existing communication towers. Upgrades to infrastructure and installation of new base stations are underway to maintain parallel and alternative communication channels.
Security concerns remain. Experts, including Nurullo Huseynov, note that given the geopolitical situation and Tajikistan’s border with unstable Afghanistan, the use of Starlink requires careful monitoring. Concerns include possible external influence over the network or its neutralization during crises.
The public is also concerned about potential impacts on internet tariffs; no official decision for 2026 pricing has been made yet.
While Starlink could greatly improve connectivity in mountainous regions, it may also introduce new risks for the country, including challenges in controlling information flows and ensuring national security.
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