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Pacific Connectivity — May 2026

Pacific Connectivity — Issue #10

Issue #10  ·  May 2026

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Curated news on internet and digital connectivity across Pacific island communities

 

# Editorial As we mark World Telecommunication Day 2026, we celebrate a pivotal moment for Pacific connectivity—one where visionary infrastructure projects like TelkomGroup's new Pukpuk submarine cable demonstrate that bridging our digital divide isn't just a technical challenge, but a shared commitment to our region's future. This issue explores how these investments are strengthening the lifelines that connect our island communities, enabling economic opportunity, cultural exchange, and resilience in an increasingly digital world.


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World Telecommunication Day 2026 Special Issue: Strengthening the Digital Lifeline

Submarine Cable Networks  ·  17 May 2026

World Telecommunication Day 2026 emphasizes that submarine cable infrastructure alone is insufficient; Pacific islands need resilient, redundant networks supported by international cooperation and inclusive governance to protect digital connectivity.

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TelkomGroup Launches Pukpuk Submarine Cable

SubTel Forum  ·  15 May 2026

TelkomGroup inaugurated the Pukpuk Submarine Cable connecting Indonesia and Papua New Guinea, strengthening digital connectivity across Eastern Indonesia and the Asia-Pacific region while enabling cross-border telecommunications infrastructure development.

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Curated by Terry Sweetser  ·  Pacific Connectivity  ·  HIT Pacific Broadband

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