Elon Musk Meets Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe in Bali

During the 10th World Water Forum High-Level Meeting in Bali, Indonesia, Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe met with billionaire businessman Elon Musk to discuss the implementation of Starlink in Sri Lanka. The President’s office announced a commitment to expedite the application process to connect the country to Starlink’s global satellite network.

Starlink, developed by SpaceX, aims to provide low-cost internet access to remote locations via a constellation of satellites. This initiative could significantly enhance connectivity in Sri Lanka, especially in underserved areas. The meeting underscores Sri Lanka’s commitment to leveraging advanced technology to improve internet access for its citizens.

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