Delays on new law put Honduras telecoms investments on hold

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"Private phone operators reckon they will have cancelled plans for US$50 million of investment by the end of this year," said a spokesman for the telephone companies' association, Asetel.
"What we're looking for is a law that makes clear the rules of the game and ensures a level playing field," he added.

Source: laprensahn.com

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