Shang Hai Zheng Quan Bao·2025-09-29 12:07Group 1 - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) has issued satellite mobile communication business licenses to China Mobile, following China Telecom and China Unicom, enabling them to conduct satellite direct connection services and enhance applications in emergency communication, maritime communication, and remote area communication [1][2] - The MIIT aims to optimize market access for satellite communication and strengthen regulatory oversight to promote high-quality development of the satellite communication industry, supporting the construction of a strong network, aerospace, and digital China [1][3] - China Telecom launched satellite direct connection services globally in September 2023, collaborating with major brands to introduce approximately 30 terminal devices supporting this feature by April 2025 [2][3] Group 2 - The MIIT's guidelines encourage telecom operators to explore the potential of high-orbit satellites like Tiantong and Beidou, promoting the direct connection of mobile devices to satellites and expanding high-speed data services based on low-orbit satellite internet [3][4] - China has established two major autonomous high-orbit satellite systems, Tiantong and Beidou, which theoretically can achieve global coverage with just three satellites, although the return on investment is long [4] - The development of low-orbit satellite constellations is expected to enhance overall service capabilities and expand coverage, creating a synergistic effect with high and medium-orbit satellites [4]