“One country one rate should be ensured in order to spread fixed broadband internet service access the country,” said the minister while addressing a roundtable discussion organised by Telecom Reporters’ Network Bangladesh (TRNB) at a city hotel.
“If necessary, the government will provide subsidy to ensure internet with a unified rate all over the country,” said the minister adding, “But, at first you’ll have to set the rate.”
He also warned that the government will not compromise with any mobile phone operator when it comes to providing maximum services. “No excuse will be tolerated. You must ensure the best service.”
The Fifth Generation (5G) Internet will be ensured across the country within 2021-2013, Jabbar said.
The ICT minister urged both Nationwide Telecommunication Transmission Network (NTTN) operators and ISPs to find out a solution as to ensure best internet services rather than blaming each other.
TRNB President Muhammad Zahidul Islam, General Secretary Samir Kumar Dey and Summit Communication CEO Arif Al Islam, among others, joined the discussion.