Several United States semiconductor and artificial intelligence companies expressed interest in investing over one billion US dollars in the technology sector of Bangladesh during a meeting in California on Monday.
State Minister for Primary and Mass Education Bobby Hajjaj shared this information after attending the CEO and Senior Executives Roundtable in East Palo Alto.
A press release from the Ministry of Primary and Mass Education said the discussion focused on foreign investment, innovation, and long term partnerships with global technology firms.
Bobby Hajjaj stated that the technology sector of Bangladesh holds vast potential for international investment. He added that the interest from US companies in artificial intelligence and semiconductors can create new economic opportunities for the country.
He emphasized the need for technology transfer, skilled workforce development, research, and a favorable investment environment to turn this potential into actual projects.
The participants also exchanged views on data infrastructure, strategic partnerships, and the growth of the semiconductor industry.
Other members of the Bangladesh delegation included Adviser for Finance and Planning Rashed Al Mahmud Titumir. State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaid Islam was also part of the delegation. Adviser for Post, Telecommunications, Information Technology, and Science and Technology Rehan Asif Asad joined them as well.