TRC consults firm for MNP

The Telecommunications Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (TRCSL) intends to engage a consulting firm to assist it in the establishment of the necessary regulatory framework for implementing Mobile Number Portability (MNP) in Sri Lanka.

The overall objective of the consultancy is to establish, in consultation with stakeholders, a regulatory framework for mobile number portability and provide recommendations and other related documents for the procurement of the needed system for the implementation of MNP in the most cost effective way TRCSL senior official said.

This is intended to facilitate and maintain effective competition among the mobile service operators with the ultimate goal of providing a cost effective, efficient service while improving the quality of service to the benefit of consumers, he said.

This assignment will require a detailed consultation process, with the views and comments expressed by stakeholders during the consultation phase to be taken into account when formulating the regulatory framework and the recommendations for implementing MNP.

(C de S)