Bangladesh and Singapore are looking to boost cooperation in areas like artificial intelligence, e-commerce, and digital economy. The two countries want to modernize public services and strengthen technological capacity.
Posts, Telecommunications and Information Technology Minister Faqir Mahbub Anam met with Singapore’s Non-Resident High Commissioner to Bangladesh Derek Loh to discuss these issues. The meeting was held at the Bangladesh Secretariat on Monday.
The minister said the government is working to accelerate digital transformation and promote the use of artificial intelligence. He noted that Singapore’s technological expertise could help Bangladesh advance in these areas.
Minister Anam highlighted the need to modernize the country’s postal infrastructure. He said initiatives are underway to transform post offices into hubs for e-commerce, parcel delivery, and integrated logistics services.
He also stressed the importance of expanding digital payment systems across government services to improve transparency and accountability. The application of artificial intelligence in healthcare and public administration could improve citizen services and enhance government efficiency.
Derek Loh said Singapore is interested in further expanding cooperation with Bangladesh, particularly in e-commerce, parcel delivery, and logistics.
The High Commissioner highlighted opportunities for applying artificial intelligence in healthcare, research, and public services. He emphasized the need to prepare young people for future employment opportunities in an increasingly artificial intelligence-driven world.
Both sides identified potential areas of cooperation in the digital economy, technological innovation, and public service modernization. They expressed optimism that practical joint initiatives would help strengthen bilateral relations.
Minister Anam and Derek Loh agreed that cooperation in these areas would be mutually beneficial. They discussed ways to implement joint projects and share knowledge to drive digital transformation in Bangladesh.
The meeting concluded with a commitment to explore new areas of cooperation and strengthen existing ties between Bangladesh and Singapore. Minister Anam and Derek Loh looked forward to future discussions and collaborations.
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