The announcement comes a week after Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim held a call with Mr Musk to discuss his companies investing in Malaysia.
Malaysia has issued a licence to Starlink, the satellite communications service started by Mr Elon Musk, to provide internet services in the country, particularly in remote areas, its communications minister said on Thursday .
The government was also prepared to work with satellite communications firms, including Starlink, to ensure 100 per cent internet coverage in populated areas, Mr Fahmi said. The announcement comes a week after Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim held a call with Mr Musk toThe government earlier this year announced that his electric vehicle maker Tesla would open an office in Malaysia. It also approved the company's application to import battery-run EVs into the country, as part of a wider government effort to promote sustainable mobility.
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