Where will space stations be built in Chile?

Space stations will also be built in Antofagasta, Santiago and Punta Arenas to monitor the data transmitted by the satellites, which will allow Chile to receive a greater range of images more frequently and at a lower cost.

Will Chile become a major digital hub?

(AP Photo/Jeff Chiu, File) SANTIAGO, Chile (AP) — Google signed an agreement with Chile on Wednesday to deploy an undersea fiber optic cable connecting South America with Asia and Oceania, a first-of-its-kind project that aims to cement the South American country’s status as a major digital hub.

Does Google have a subsea cable to Chile?

In addition to the Humboldt subsea cable connecting Chile to Australia and French Polynesia, Google has invested its private subsea cable Curie, connecting Chile to the United States and Panama.

Does Google have a data center in Chile?

Chile, home to one of Google’s largest data centers in Latin America, is currently connected to the United States and the rest of the region via an undersea cable. This cable also provides Chile with a longer route to other continents.

How will the national satellite system contribute to Chile's digitalization?

The deployment of the National Satellite System will contribute to Chile’s digitalization, which our Ministry has already begun with the implementation of fiber optic projects, such as Fibra Óptica Nacional and Fibra Óptica Austral, as well as highspeed mobile networks, with agreements in place for what is soon to be our next 5G network.

How can the space sector be developed in Chile?

The work that is about to start will require a joint effort from the public sector, the armed forces, the private sector, academia and civil society to meet needs that go beyond national security and sovereignty, to include research, technology, innovation and entrepreneurship in developing the Chilean space sector.