Minister Calls for AI-Driven Sustainable Development
Speaking at a seminar at BUET, Water Resources Minister Md. Shahiduddin Chowdhury Annie emphasized the importance of artificial intelligence in building a knowledge-based and sustainable Bangladesh.
Water Resources Minister Md. Shahiduddin Chowdhury Annie has called for the effective use of artificial intelligence (AI) to build a knowledge-based, skilled and sustainable Bangladesh, saying that technological advancement can help address increasingly complex challenges facing society.
He made the remarks while speaking as the chief guest at the “Seminar on Education Research and Development in the AI Era” held at the Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET) on Tuesday.
The minister said AI is developing rapidly and is becoming an effective tool for solving complex problems quickly and efficiently. Its use is expanding across various fields, including data analysis, gaming and instant knowledge services.
He noted that AI should not be viewed as a replacement for human beings but rather as a means of enhancing human capabilities. According to him, greater efforts are needed to integrate AI into education, research and development activities.
Md. Shahiduddin Chowdhury Annie said Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is working to apply modern, knowledge-based and technology-driven ideas across different sectors of national development. He urged academics, researchers and policymakers to explore ways to utilize AI in education, research and innovation.
The seminar was organized by the Institute of Appropriate Technology (IAT) of BUET and chaired by Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Ekramul Haque. Pro-Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Abdul Hasib Chowdhury attended as a special guest, while Professor Dr. Rafiqul Ghani presented the keynote paper.
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