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Taiwan to Launch First MicroGEO Satellite This Year

4/16/2025

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Chunghwa Telecom is set to make history by launching Taiwan's first dedicated MicroGEO satellite in partnership with U.S. firm Astranis. Slated for a year-end launch, this innovative satellite will bolster Taiwan's digital infrastructure, ensuring resilience against natural disasters and geopolitical threats, while enhancing the nation’s multi-orbit communication strategy.

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Chunghwa Telecom is set to make history by launching Taiwan's first dedicated MicroGEO satellite in partnership with U.S. firm Astranis. Slated for a year-end launch, this innovative satellite will bolster Taiwan's digital infrastructure, ensuring resilience against natural disasters and geopolitical threats, while enhancing the nation’s multi-orbit communication strategy.