Russia: Only Geostationary Satellites Can Serve Russian Firms Abroad

The head of Russia's state satellite operator, FSUE Space Communication, stated that Russian companies operating abroad can only be served via geostationary satellites, citing a market of about 5000 MHz. This underscores Russia's reliance on geostationary infrastructure amid constraints on other orbital systems, potentially reflecting sanctions or technical limitations. The statement is an official position, but its strategic implications for Russian global communications are uncertain.