Dhaka, Dec. 10 -- The commerce ministry has convened a multistakeholder meeting today (Wednesday) to discuss implementation of the National Equipment Identity Register (NEIR), safeguard business investments, and finalise the related tax structure.

Officials from the commerce ministry, the posts and telecommunications ministry, the Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC), the National Board of Revenue (NBR), the Mobile Phone Industry Owners Association of Bangladesh (MIOB), and leaders of the mobile phone business community are expected to attend.

Both BTRC officials and trader representatives have confirmed the meeting.No decision could be reached during Tuesday's discussions between the BTRC and traders, prompting the...