The second attempt by the telecom regulator to hold a satellite orbital slot auction looks set to face a major hurdle as the Digital Economy and Society (DES) Ministry demands reservation of some satellite capacity from the winning bidders for state use without charges.
The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) plans to meet with the DES Ministry's representatives to explore practical details about the demand, including flexible conditions, compensation and support.
The demand could discourage some interested parties from joining the bidding, said a ministry source who requested anonymity.
