Bangladesh’s Minister of Posts, Telecommunications and Information Technology, Fakir Mahbub Anam, met with Chinese Ambassador Yao Wen at the minister’s office in the Secretariat on Monday. During the meeting, the minister expressed interest in setting up an Artificial Intelligence (AI) training center in Bangladesh to train young people in modern technology and AI skills. He praised China’s long-standing contribution to the country’s digital progress and highlighted the importance of continued cooperation in ICT and telecommunications development.

The minister emphasized Bangladesh’s commitment to multilateral cooperation, technological advancement, and digital connectivity. He expressed hope that the friendly relations between Bangladesh and China would strengthen further, opening new opportunities for both nations. The Chinese ambassador noted that Chinese technology companies have been operating successfully in Bangladesh for decades, with investments exceeding USD 1.5 billion, helping extend mobile network coverage to about 98 percent of the population and creating over 10,000 jobs.

Both sides expressed interest in jointly advancing Bangladesh’s AI sector, signaling potential future collaboration in technology training and innovation.