Bangladesh’s Science and Technology Secretary Md. Anwar Hossain said that the country’s greatest opportunity for advancement lies in effectively utilizing technology. Speaking as the chief guest at the opening of a two-day seminar titled “Evaluation of Research Progress and Acquired Knowledge of Science and Technology Fellowship Trust Fellows” at the National Science and Technology Complex in Agargaon, Dhaka, he emphasized the need to harness the nation’s intellectual and innovative capacity.

The secretary noted that while many countries possess wealth and resources, they often lack the necessary human capital. In contrast, Bangladesh has a young population, with about 65 percent under the youth category, which he described as a major strength. He stressed that this demographic advantage must be used productively to drive national development.

Hossain also remarked that artificial intelligence cannot solve all problems, as it can only suggest but not make decisions. He expressed confidence that Bangladesh’s young scientists will achieve significant success in the future.