Bangladesh’s Minister for Road Transport and Bridges, Railways, and Shipping, Sheikh Robiul Alam MP, held a meeting with a delegation from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to enhance cooperation in infrastructure development and modernization of the communication system. The meeting took place on Thursday at the minister’s office in the Bangladesh Secretariat, with State Minister Habibur Rashid MP and JICA Bangladesh Chief Representative Takahashi Junko in attendance.

Discussions focused on ongoing development activities in Bangladesh’s road, bridge, railway, and water transport sectors, emphasizing sustainable infrastructure construction, use of modern technology, and future collaboration. Minister Sheikh Robiul Alam highlighted the government’s commitment to making the transport sector more modern, safe, and internationally competitive, acknowledging JICA’s long-standing support in achieving these goals.

The JICA delegation expressed interest in continuing its partnership in Bangladesh’s infrastructure development and assured stronger cooperation in future development projects.