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Viettel Competes in LEO Tech as SpaceX Launches Starlink

7/15/2025

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Viettel stands out as Vietnam's sole contender in the race for LEO satellite technology. Meanwhile, the Vietnamese government has greenlit a groundbreaking pilot program for SpaceX's Starlink satellite internet, focusing on underserved regions. With a hefty $1.5 billion investment, SpaceX aims to revolutionize digital access and close the digital divide over the next five years.

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Viettel stands out as Vietnam's sole contender in the race for LEO satellite technology. Meanwhile, the Vietnamese government has greenlit a groundbreaking pilot program for SpaceX's Starlink satellite internet, focusing on underserved regions. With a hefty $1.5 billion investment, SpaceX aims to revolutionize digital access and close the digital divide over the next five years.