Will Telemor launch a 5G service in Timor Leste?

Telemor extends mobile satellite agreement with SES. Bureaucracy and indecisiveness risks delaying Timor Leste’s first submarine cable connection. Telemor aiming to launch a 5G service once the Timor-Leste South Submarine Cable is in service, and providing the necessary bandwidth to keep up with anticipated data demand.

Which telecom companies are in Timor Leste (East Timor)?

Timor Telecom, Telkomcel, Telemor, Kacific Broadband Satellites, Viettel, Portugal Telecom, Ceslink, Vocus, PT Telekomunikasi Indonesia International (Telin) Download the latest report on the Timor Leste (East Timor) Telecom Industry. Timorese making progress with its first international submarine cable link.

How many telecom operators are there in Timor-Leste?

Timor-Leste has three main telecom operators: Timor Telecom (TT), Telkomcel, and Telemor, which until recently enjoyed a triopoly in the market.

Will Viettel upgrade Timor-Leste's 4G network to 5G?

“During the talks, CEO Nguyen announced Viettel’s commitment to upgrade Timor-Leste’s network from 4G to 5G, promising enhanced quality and opportunities for economic, educational, and social sectors,” said in a statement.

Will Timor-Leste use satellite backhaul to reach underserved areas?

Their exact plans have not been publicized, but given Timor-Leste’s conditions, it is plausible they will use a combination of satellite backhaul and terrestrial wireless (like Wi-Fi or LTE) to reach underserved areas.

Does Australia support Timor-Leste's digital infrastructure?

Australia has played a significant role in supporting Timor-Leste’s digital infrastructure, most notably the South Submarine Cable fiber optic project. This support is ostensibly aimed at promoting economic development and digital security in the country and the region more broadly.