The Tongan government has ordered Starlink to cease operations due to licensing issues, exacerbating the country’s digital crisis caused by undersea cable damage from an earthquake. With a third of the population cut off and local businesses suffering, the government’s move to regulate satellite internet highlights the critical role of digital infrastructure in disaster management and economic stability.
This disruption underscores the need for robust digital solutions and regulatory frameworks to ensure resilient communication channels, particularly in remote or disaster-prone regions.
