The Necessity of the ICX System is Undeniable, Modernization is the Demand
The Association of ICX Operators of Bangladesh (AIOB) has expressed grave concern over the ongoing debate regarding the future of the Interconnection Exchange (ICX) system in the country's telecom sector.
At a press conference held on Wednesday at the Shafiqul Kabir Auditorium of the Dhaka Reporters Unity, AIOB leaders emphasized that for over 15 years, ICX has served as the central interconnection mechanism for voice traffic, building a stable telecom infrastructure through transparency, security, employment generation, and protection of domestic investment.
They warned that recent proposals for “voice-level simplification” are unrealistic and could negatively impact national security, tax revenue, the future of local entrepreneurs, and the quality of service received by consumers. ...