Gaming Growth in Bangladesh: Industry Insights and Investment Imperatives
A seminar titled ‘The Potential of the Gaming Industry in Bangladesh’ was held on Wednesday at the Pan Pacific Sonargaon Hotel in the capital. The seminar covered discussions on the current state of Bangladesh's gaming industry, the role of e-sports, the importance of supportive policies, and the need for investment in technology and human resources. Representatives from the government, gaming startups, e-sports teams, academia, and the telecom sector emphasized the need for a coordinated effort to fully tap into the potential of the gaming industry.
The event was jointly organized by multinational internet and technology company Tencent and the Bangladesh Intellectual Property Forum (BIPF). The seminar saw the participation of government officials, industry representatives, academics, and members of the gaming community. The Chief Guest at the event was Shish Haider Chowdhury, Secretary of ICT, while special guests included Faiz Ahmed Tayeb, Policy Advisor to the Ministry of ICT and Telecom, and Mahmud Hossain, Commissioner of BTRC.
It was shared at the seminar that the global gaming industry's market has surpassed 200 billion USD, exceeding that of the combined music and film industries. Speakers at the event highlighted that Bangladesh, as an emerging economy in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, is creating significant opportunities in the gaming industry. The development of this sector has the potential to strengthen the country’s digital economy and make a vital contribution to the GDP.
Yeh Lar Lau, Head of Public Affairs at Tencent for the APAC region, underscored the significance of the gaming industry, stating, “Gaming is not just entertainment, it is a powerful economic sector that plays a key role in job creation, technological innovation, and enhancing global connectivity. Bangladesh’s young, tech-savvy population and rapidly developing digital infrastructure are ready to harness the vast potential of the gaming industry. Tencent is eager to collaborate with various partners in advancing Bangladesh’s gaming and digital sectors, which will bring positive changes to the country’s economy and society."
ABM Hamidul Misbah, Founder of the Bangladesh Intellectual Property Forum (BIPF), commented, “Bangladesh's gaming industry is at a crucial juncture. Through the right policies, investments, and public-private collaboration, we can fully unlock its potential. This seminar is a vital step towards creating a sustainable gaming ecosystem that will not only foster economic growth but also provide opportunities for the country’s youth to acquire new skills and build careers in game development, e-sports, and related fields.”
