Japan and South Korea are accelerating plans for Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN), aiming to expand satellite-based communications beyond traditional ground infrastructure.
In the early stages, both nations collaborated with Starlink, but Japan has outpaced South Korea in developing mobile direct-to-satellite services, focusing on HAPS and Ka-band networks.
Meanwhile, South Korea is eyeing self-reliance with Low Earth Orbit (LEO) technology.
Both nations aim to expand satellite-based communications beyond traditional ground infrastructure.
Japan and South Korea accelerate Non-Terrestrial Networks development.