Bangladesh’s 2025 Telecommunication Ordinance Amendment Threatens Human Rights
The Government of Bangladesh has introduced the Telecommunication (Amendment) Ordinance 2025, presenting it as a modernization of the country’s telecom framework. However, the amendment significantly expands state control over the digital ecosystem and raises serious concerns regarding freedom of expression, privacy, and other fundamental human rights.
Government Moves to Control All Internet Services Under New Telecommunication Law
Not only telephone or mobile operators, but from now on all internet‐based services will come under government control. International platforms like Facebook, YouTube, WhatsApp or Netflix will also need government approval if they wish to provide services in Bangladesh. With certain conditions, interception will be possible. With such provisions, the government has initiated an amendment to the 2001 Telecommunication Act.
Bangladesh drafts law to ban internet shutdowns, abolish NTMC
The interim government has drafted a new telecommunications law that proposes a permanent ban on shutting down the internet and the abolition of the controversial National Telecommunication Monitoring Centre (NTMC). Those involved say this will bring a major change to the country's digital governance framework.
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