BSCL has requested the BTRC to mandate satellite internet providers, including Starlink, to route bandwidth through its ground station, aiming for resource utilization and revenue growth. However, BTRC is unlikely to enforce this for NGSO operators like Starlink, fearing it could hinder their entry into Bangladesh’s market.
Telecom operators in Bangladesh, including Robi, Banglalink, and Teletalk, are calling for the effective enforcement of SMP guidelines to ensure fair competition. Despite regulations imposed on Grameenphone, only a few have been implemented. Industry leaders stress the need for reforms, collaboration, and investment to foster healthy competition.
Bangladesh’s telecom sector is hindered by restrictive policies, monopolies, and mismanagement. Key issues include stifling tower policies, limited fibre rollout, and regulatory inefficiencies. Reforming these areas could attract significant FDI, improve service, and accelerate digital transformation, helping the country realize its “Digital Bangladesh” vision.
