Dhaka, Jan. 7 -- The Mobile Phone Industry Owners Association of Bangladesh (MIOB) has expressed concern that the National Equipment Identity Register (NEIR) could again be shut down through corruption if a new political government comes to power.

However, it says the initiative is being implemented in the national interest, not for the benefit of any individual.

"There is speculation that the process could again be halted through corruption if a political government comes to power. But I do not believe a new government will stop a good initiative through corrupt means," said MIOB President Jakaria Shahid while addressing a press conference at a hotel in the capital on Tuesday.

Xiaomi Bangladesh Country Head Ziauddin Chowdhury presente...