Bangladesh seeks more Korean investment in AI, infrastructure

Bangladesh has sought greater South Korean investment in artificial intelligence (AI), infrastructure, advanced manufacturing and digital technologies as it looks to expand bilateral economic cooperation beyond traditional concessional development financing.The issue was discussed during a series of meetings in Seoul on Tuesday between a Bangladeshi delegation led by Finance and Planning Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury and senior South Korean government officials, financial institutions, technology companies and business representatives.The discussions focused on mobilising Korean institutional capital, attracting private-sector investment, developing AI capabilities and accelerating priority infrastructure projects in Bangladesh, according to a Finance Ministry press release issued on Wednesday.At a meeting with Hwang Kiyeon, chairman and chief executive officer of the Export-Import Bank of Korea (KEXIM), the two sides reviewed the US$3 billion Economic Development Cooperation F...

Bangladesh to host first-ever AI business summit on Nov 5

Bangladesh will host its first-ever AI business summit on November 5, bringing together policymakers, entrepreneurs and investors to promote the responsible adoption of artificial intelligence across the country’s industrial and commercial sectors.The announcement was made at a press conference held on Tuesday at the Ministry of Science and Technology.The “Bangladesh AI Business Summit 2026” will be jointly organised by the Dhaka Chamber of Commerce & Industry (DCCI) and th...

First ‘Happiness City’ HAPPILI unveiled at mega entrepreneurs’ meet

In a bid to redefine urban living beyond high-rises and luxury estates, the official master plan of Bangladesh’s first-ever planned happiness city, 'HAPPILI', has been grandly unveiled. Grounded in the visi...

BCIC chairman Md Babul Mia promoted to secretary

 The government has promoted Bangladesh Chemical Industries Corporation (BCIC) Chairman Md Babul Mia from additional secretary to secretary.Following his promotion, he has been retained as the chairman of BCIC, according to an official announcement.Babul Mia joined the 15th Bangladesh Civil Service (Administration) cadre on November 15, 1995.During his career, he served in various field administration positions, including Assistant Commissioner and Magistrate, Assistant Commissioner (Land), Upazila Nirbahi Officer (UNO) and Additional Deputy Commissioner in different districts.He also held important positions in the central administration at various ministries, including the Ministry of Public Administration, Ministry of Liberation War Affairs and Ministry of Planning....

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Bangladesh eye winning start against Bhutan

Bangladesh will start their 15th edition of SAFF Championship campaign when they face Bhutan in their opening group match scheduled to be held at the National Stadium here tomorrow (Thursday), hoping to make a auspicious start to their quest for a second regional crown after a prolong gap of twenty three years.Private satellite channel T-Sports will provide live stream of the match that kicks off at 8 pm, following the day's first match between two arch-rivals India and Pakistan at 3.30 pm at the same venue.The tournament returns to Bangladesh after eight years, bringing fresh hope among football fans who are eager to see Bangladesh reclaim the title they last won in 2003.Head coach Thomas Dooley and his charges will, however, face an immediate test of their strength, composure and attacking ability against a Bhutan side determined to make an impression in the regional competition.Bangladesh, who finished runners-up in 2005, have since struggled to reproduce their earlier success. Playing in frontof home supporters offers them a valuable opportunity, but the pressure of expectations could also prove challenging.Dooley has expressed confidence in his team's ability to compete for the title, insisting that Bangladesh can no longer consider themselves underdogs. Captain Topu Barman has also echoed the coach's ambition, saying the players are determined to make the most of the opportunity to win the championship on home soil.However, the host side will miss the service of their star midfielder Hamza Choudhury who is unavailable for the opening match for his club com...

Workers deserve fair wages, but inflation must not be ignored

The recent violent demonstrations by garment workers demanding a minimum monthly wage of Tk 30,000 have once again exposed the growing pressure on workers struggling to cope with the rising cost of li...

Walton sets example in industrial solar power: Others can follow

Bangladesh’s persistent energy crisis, rising electricity costs and dependence on imported fuels have made renewable energy an economic necessity rather than merely an environmental choice. In this context, Walton Hi-Tech Industries’ init...

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