Editorial | Open up the telecom sector, but with caution
Summary
Nepal's telecom sector faces service quality and pricing challenges with limited competition between Nepal Telecom and Ncell. The government considers introducing a third operator to boost service quality and digital adoption.
Key Points
- Nepal's two main telecom providers, Nepal Telecom and Ncell, face criticism for poor service and high prices.
- The government is considering allowing one or more new telecom operators to increase competition.
- Infrastructure constraints like limited spectrum and rights-of-way pose challenges to new entrants.
- The government must oversee the liberalisation process carefully to prevent vested interests from exploiting it.
