Dhaka, June 3 -- The Association of Mobile Telecom Operators of Bangladesh (AMTOB) has voiced support for the government's proposed Telecommunications Network and Licensing Reform Policy 2025, terming it a "bold and necessary step" towards overhauling the country's outdated telecom regulatory framework.

In a statement issued on Tuesday, the industry body acknowledged recent media discussions surrounding the draft policy and called for a clearer, fact-based understanding of the reforms.

"While we appreciate the concerns raised by stakeholders, we believe it is critical to present a clearer, fact-based perspective regarding the proposed reform," said AMTOB.

Refuting claims that the draft favours foreign companies or mobile operators, AMT...