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Thailand blocks Starlink's bid for full foreign ownership
Thailand's Digital Economy Minister announced on August 20 that Starlink cannot operate under full foreign ownership; Thai partners must hold a majority stake per the Foreign Business Act. The minister cited protection of local telecom opportunities, data security, and competitiveness. Starlink's commercial entry to Thailand remains stalled, with the shareholding structure a key sticking point.
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