On the Return of Foreign IT Companies to Russia: The Main Question Is, Do They Want To?

The Russian government has imposed a temporary ban on the import of Starlink terminals and other foreign satellite internet providers. At the same time, authorities are discussing the conditions for a possible return of foreign IT companies to the Russian market. The decision is aimed at regulating access to alternative communication channels and could affect the development of satellite internet in the country, as well as the prospects for the reintegration of foreign technology players.