YB James Ratib has handed over four (4) Starlink satellite terminal units as an immediate intervention measure to ensure continuity of communication in areas affected by the flood disaster in the Paitan district. This initiative aims to help restore interrupted communication access, especially in areas facing constraints of conventional network coverage.

The implementation of this initiative is carried out in collaboration with Sabah Net Sdn. Bhd. (SabahNet), an agency under the Sabah Ministry of Education, Science, Technology and Innovation which plays a role in providing digital infrastructure and services in the state. Through the provision of the satellite terminal, internet access can be established in several strategic locations such as temporary evacuation centers (PPS), disaster operations centers and affected community areas.

This facility allows for the delivery of important information, coordination of relief operations, and communication between relevant agencies and local residents to continue more smoothly. The use of satellite technology such as Starlink also helps ensure that communication access remains available even if there is a disruption to existing telecommunications infrastructure.

Overall, this initiative provides important support in the management of disaster situations, particularly in terms of communication and information delivery, thus helping to improve the efficiency of actions in the field.