ASTANA, Kazakhstan, October 4. The development of the digital economy and the implementation of artificial intelligence (AI) are impossible without stable and equally accessible connectivity, Nabil Ben Sussia, Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) of IEC Telecom Group, told Trend's special correspondent.
Speaking on the sidelines of the Digital Bridge 2025 forum, Ben Sussia noted that one of the main challenges remains the digital divide between urban and rural areas.
“Today, digital services, from e-government platforms to banking applications, are fully accessible in major cities but not beyond. This affects not only daily convenience but also the ability to start a business or develop a startup. Without access to connectivity, these opportunities are automatically limited,” he said.
Starlink has already demonstrated its effectiveness in bridging the digital divide. In Kazakhstan, pilot projects have connected over 2,000 schools via satellite, ensuring equal access to digital learning platforms for all students last year. As an official Starlink reseller in the region, IEC Telecom Group is proud to support this national progress. The international satellite service provider is participating in the forum to present its comprehensive portfolio of solutions designed to advance regional digitalisation.
“Consequently, a multitude of learners are now afforded equitable access to leverage digital resources,” articulated Ben Sussia.
He also underscored the criticality of redundant communication pathways.
“Regulatory bodies, financial institutions, and information repositories must implement enhanced contingencies to ensure seamless functionality, even in the event of primary system disruptions. Starlink offers an ideal solution to maintain the continuity of digital operations,” he concluded.
IEC Telecom Group operates as a global entity within the satellite telecommunications sector, delivering comprehensive managed network solutions and enhanced communication services tailored for industries functioning in remote locales or facing constraints in terrestrial connectivity. Established in 1995, the organization provides satellite communication solutions encompassing voice and data for diverse sectors, including maritime, energy, and government.
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