Mongolia launches Mongol Sat-1, its first satellite
Q. Which country launched its first satellite called Mongol Sat-1?- Published on 24 Apr 17a. China
b. Mongolia
c. Tibet
d. Turkey
ANSWER: Mongolia
Mongolia launched its first satellite part of its efforts to make use of new technology to diversify its resource-dependent economy.
The 1,227-megahertz satellite, called Mongol Sat-1, will help landlocked Mongolia expand its television, telecoms and broadband services.
The satellite was launched in partnership with Asia Broadcast Satellite (ABS), a telecoms and broadcast provider for the region.
No details about the cost of the satellite and the launch were provided.
The project began over 10 years ago.
