Sisi Orders Gov't to Make Use of Satellite Tiba-1 to Serve IT Sector

President Abdel Fattah El Sisi directed the government on Saturday to make use of the Egyptian satellite Tiba-1 to serve the country’s communications and information technology sector.

"Sisi’s remarks came during his meeting with Communications Minister Amr Talaat, head of the Egyptian Space Agency Mohamed Afifi, and other officials," Presidential Spokesman Bassam Rady said.

Tiba-1 applications can benefit a new messaging network for the state's administrative apparatus, which is being established ahead of moving all the ministries and agencies to the New Administrative Capital east of Cairo.

The meeting also reviewed the state's satellite communications network and the future and potential use of Tiba-1, which is set to fully operate in the second half of 2021.

It will support the State bodies' efforts in digitalization, combating crime and terrorism, improving internet service in remote areas, as well as contributing to enhancing the performance of government sectors, including petroleum, energy, trade, education, and health.