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Subject: Bangladesh Internet usage, broadband and telecomm
Content: Internet Usage Statistics: 450,000 Internet users as of August, 2007; 0.3% of the population, according to ITU. Bangladesh - officially the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, is a country in South Asia. It is surrounded by India on all sides except for a small border with Myanmar to the far southeast and the Bay of Bengal to the south. Together with the Indian state of West Bengal, it makes up the ethno-linguistic region of Bengal. The name Bangladesh means "Country of Bengal" in the official Bengali language. The borders of Bangladesh were set by the Partition of India in 1947, when it became the eastern wing of Pakistan (East Pakistan), separated from the western wing by 1,600 kilometres (1,000 miles). Despite their common religion of Islam, the ethnic and linguistic gulf between the two wings, compounded by an apathetic government based in West Pakistan, resulted in the independence of Bangladesh under the leadership of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman in 1971 after the bloody Bangladesh Liberation War, in which it was supported by India. The years following independence have been marked by political turmoil, with thirteen different heads of government, and at least four military coups. The population of Bangladesh ranks seventh in the world, but its land area of is ranked ninety-fourth, making it one of the most densely populated countries in the world. Latest Population Estimate: 137,493,990 population for 2007, according to world-gazetteer. Latest GNI Estimate: GNI per capita was US$ 470 for 2006, according to the World Bank. Bangladesh Land Size (Area): Bangladesh has 143,998 sq km - Population Density is 955 persons per sq km. Weather in Bangladesh: Weather in Bangladesh. Travel to Bangladesh: Tourism in Bangladesh. Internet Usage and Population Statistics: YEAR Users Population % Pen. GDP p.c.* Usage Source 2000 100,000 134,824,000 0.1 % N/A ITU 2007 450,000 137,493,990 0.3 % US$ 470 ITU Note: Per Capita GDP in US dollars, source: United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs. Bangladesh Statistics World Bank Statistics and Data for Bangladesh Search Engines and Directories: Bangladesh Search Engines Bangladesh Open Directory ---- Bangladesh Profile Bangladesh in the Wikipedia Bangladesh history, politics, map, geography, economy, demography, full information and links. Bangladesh in the CIA Factbook Bangladesh information about the economy, geography, government, population, communications, military and transnational issues. Bangladesh Profile Up to date resume about Bangladesh leaders, history, main events, map, flag, geography, news, politics and media links by the BBC. Bangladesh e-Government Project The Bangladesh BRIS, Birth Registration Information System. Bangladesh Information Data Bank This Bangladesh project was a total failure. Bangladesh Globalis Page Bangladesh statistics for agriculture, climate, economy, education, environment, gender equality, health, human development, population, technology, and water. Bangladesh Telecommunications and Broadband Reports Bangladesh Internet Market Overview and Statistics Report The Internet came late to Bangladesh with connectivity in 1996. In the last few years it has grown dramatically, although obviously from a very low base. With an estimated user base of around 500,000 in early 2006, representing only a 0.35% penetration, the local Internet industry is preparing to move into the next stage of its development. As this report demonstrates, however, the country must work hard to overcome obstacles associated with the country’s lowly economic status and still developing infrastructure. The report also looks briefly at the coming of broadband Internet and e-commerce in Bangladesh. See summary and table of contents Bangladesh Mobile Communications Overview and Broadcasting Report Over the last two to three years, the number of mobile subscribers in Bangladesh has been more than doubling on an annual basis. With the momentum that has been developed on the back of the government’s deregulation process, the growth is likely to continue. The entry of new operators into the market has certainly helped to further boost the competitive environment. This report describes how the mobile market is growing and the impact this is having on the developing nation, as well as providing an outline of the main players. The report also provides a brief overview of the country’s TV broadcasting sector. See summary and table of contents Bangladesh Key Statistics and Telecommunications Market Overview Report Bangladesh is one of the poorest, most densely populated, least developed countries in the world. Apart from its lowly economic status, major impediments to growth have included frequent cyclones and floods and the slow implementation of much-needed economic reforms. The country has a reputation for the inefficiency of its state-owned enterprises. This report provides an overview of the telecommunications sector, the effort that has been going into building telecom infrastructure and the progress that has been made on regulatory reforms in the telecom sector. Some key measures of the status of telecommunications in Bangladesh are also provided. See summary and table of contents 2006 Telecoms, Mobile and Broadband in Asia report for Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Maldives, Pakistan and Sri Lanka This 171 page report provides a comprehensive overview of the trends and developments in telecommunications, broadcasting and pay TV markets in Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Maldives, Pakistan and Sri Lanka. Subjects covered include: * Key Statistics * Market and Industry Overviews * Regulatory Environment * Major Players (fixed and mobile) * Infrastructure * Mobile Voice and Data Markets * Internet, VoIP, IPTV * Broadband (FttH, DSL, cable TV, wireless) * Convergence and Digital Media Current publication date: April 2006 (12th Edition - ISSN 1442-1674) See the table of contents and report summary here. Broadband and Consumer E-Commerce in Bangladesh March 2007 Review At present e-Commerce in Bangladesh is very limited.