Indonesia launches new satellite to expand internet access
Indonesia has successfully launched a new satellite, Nusantara 5 (N5), which is expected to improve equal access to the internet across the country, Xinhua reported.
Merah Putih-2 satellite, formerly known as Telkomsat HTS 113BT, launched by State-owned Telkom Indonesia. Photo courtesy of Telkom Indonesia.
Indonesian Communication and Digital Affairs Minister Meutya Hafid said that internet networks will be more evenly distributed following the deployment of N5.
The satellite was launched on Thursday aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket in the U.S.
The minister said fast internet isn't just about technology, but also about equal opportunity.
The satellite is expected to strengthen connectivity in Indonesia's eastern region, supporting distance learning, digital health care, and providing access to information and entertainment for remote communities.
This satellite launch not only strengthens Indonesia's digital infrastructure but also demonstrates the government's determination to build an inclusive digital society where no one is left behind in the technology era.
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