Bangladesh is preparing to overhaul its ICT and telecom policies by June to address key barriers to digital growth, as announced by Faiz Ahmad Taiyeb, Special Assistant to the Chief Adviser for Posts, Telecommunications, and ICT. The announcement was made during the Bangladesh Investment Summit 2025, where Taiyeb emphasized that modernizing laws and creating a supportive business environment will foster stronger digital investments.
Taiyeb acknowledged that over the past 15 years, fragmented digital initiatives have resulted in isolated systems with limited integration, hampering citizen services and digital payments. The government now aims to prioritize addressing these challenges to empower the country’s large youth population through technology.
Several major reforms are underway, including the finalization of the Cyber Security Ordinance by the end of April. This ordinance will introduce new transparency measures, requiring the government to disclose information on online content restrictions and giving citizens the right to challenge these limitations legally.
Additionally, changes to the telecom licensing framework and network infrastructure are progressing. International experts at the summit’s digital growth panel called for simpler cross-border e-commerce and fewer restrictions on digital transactions.
Bangladesh Bank plans to implement full interoperability in digital payments by next year. Grameenphone’s CEO also highlighted the role of mobile connectivity in driving economic transformation. These reforms reflect Bangladesh’s commitment to accelerating its digital economy and enhancing access to services for its citizens.
