Dhaka, June 4 -- Bangladesh's private mobile operators have voiced support for the government's new policy initiative to reform the telecommunications sector despite concerns that the proposed framework will narrow their operational scope.

In a statement released on Tuesday night, the Association of Mobile Telecom Operators of Bangladesh (AMTOB), representing Grameenphone, Robi, and Banglalink, said the proposed reforms align with global best practices and confirmed their backing for the government's plan.

The government is in the process of overhauling network and licensing policies for the telecom sector, including the introduction of a three-tiered licensing structure.

However, the move has drawn criticism from mid-level domestic li...