Bangladesh-Australia Technology Cooperation
Bangladesh Seeks Australian Cooperation in Technology
- Both sides discuss technology, telecommunications, science and innovation
- Australia thanks Bangladesh for support in ITU Council elections
- Meeting highlights knowledge exchange and skilled workforce development
Bangladesh and Australia have opportunities to expand bilateral cooperation in information technology, telecommunications, science, technology and innovation, with knowledge exchange and skills development identified as key areas for collaboration. Faqir Mahbub Anam, Minister for Posts, Telecommunications and Information Technology, and Science and Technology, emphasised the need to strengthen cooperation and experience-sharing to deepen the longstanding friendship between the two countries.
He made the remarks during a meeting with Susan Ryle, Australian High Commissioner to Bangladesh, at the ICT Tower in Agargaon, Dhaka, on Thursday, October 29, 2026.
Anam said international cooperation, knowledge exchange and the development of a skilled workforce were increasingly important amid rapid technological change.
He noted that Australia's experience could support Bangladesh's progress in these areas. He also stressed the importance of strengthening communication and cooperation between relevant institutions in both countries.
The minister highlighted opportunities to expand collaboration particularly in information technology, telecommunications, science, technology and innovation.
During the meeting, Australian High Commissioner Susan Ryle thanked Bangladesh for supporting Australia in the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Council elections scheduled to take place in Doha in November 2026.
Ryle expressed Australia's interest in further strengthening bilateral relations with Bangladesh. She also outlined opportunities to broaden cooperation in information technology, science and technology, innovation and other areas of mutual interest.
Both sides expressed optimism about further consolidating the existing friendly relationship between Bangladesh and Australia. They also voiced their expectations of expanding cooperation on issues of mutual interest.
Harry Thompson, First Secretary (Political) at the Australian High Commission, was present at the meeting.
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