Bangladesh and China have taken a significant step toward advancing their cooperation in the semiconductor sector.
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the Bangladesh Semiconductor Industry Association (BSIA) and the Hubei Semiconductor Industry Association (HSIA) at an official ceremony held in Dhaka on Sunday.
M A Jabbar, President of BSIA and Professor Wei Liu, Vice President, HSIA signed the MoU on behalf of their respective Organizations.
Under this MoU, both associations will work together to promote knowledge sharing and advanced technology exchange, facilitate joint research and development (R&D) initiatives, develop skilled human resources through training and certification programs, encourage cross-border investment and business partnerships, organize joint events, trade delegations, and expos.
Speaking at the signing ceremony, Professor Wei Liu, Chairman of the Academic Committee at the School of Integrated Circuits, Wuhan University, and Vice President of HSIA, highlighted Wuhan’s strength in technology and innovation, “Wuhan is known as the ‘Optical Valley of China,’ home to hundreds of optical communication and semiconductor companies.” he said.“
M. A. Jabbar, President of BSIA, expressed his optimism about the collaboration. He said, “Today’s program marks an important milestone with the signing of this MoU. This partnership opens doors for business growth, academic exchange, and technological advancement between Bangladesh and China. It will accelerate our progress in the global semiconductor value chain.”
