Grameenphone, the smart connectivity provider, has received the unified licenses from Bangladesh’s telecom regulator to serve with fifth generation (5G) networks and beyond frequency.
State Minister for Posts, Telecommunication, and ICT Zunaid Ahmed Palak handed over the license to GP Chief Executive Officer Yasir Azman at a function at Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) on Monday.
BTRC Chairman Mohiuddin Ahmed was also present on the occasion. The network operator obtained approval for cellular mobile services operator license and radio communications apparatus license for cellular mobile services.
These licenses have amalgamated existing licenses (2G, 3G & 4G) and included provisions/scope for 5G and beyond services.
This achievement is expected to further enhance the telecom ecosystem, benefiting customers and accelerating the journey towards building a Smart Bangladesh. Yasir Azman said that Grameenphone receiving the unified licenses marks the beginning of a transformative era, empowering Bangladesh's digital transformation and catalysing progress.
“It paves the way for us to contribute significantly to the realisation of the smart vision, leveraging technology to drive economic growth and social development,” he said. Azman added, “We look forward to ensuring superior customer experience, fostering digital inclusion and co-creating a smarter, sustainable Bangladesh.”
This technological leap is expected to enhance connectivity and simplify telecom services by consolidating multiple existing and potential future technology licenses.
It will also reduce regulatory complexities, promote efficiency, flexibility, and improve service quality.
Additionally, it supports the adoption of smart technologies and aligns with the country’s vision of a Smart Bangladesh by enhancing service offerings.