Dhaka: The Delegation of the European Union (EU) to Bangladesh has held a discussion with the Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) focusing on data protection, cybersecurity, and the future trajectory of the country’s digital economy.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, EU Ambassador to Bangladesh Michael Miller and BTRC chairman Major General (retd) Md Emdad ul Bari led their respective sides during the talks. The EU delegation highlighted the significance of safeguarding fundamental rights while fostering innovation and creating opportunities for increased EU investment.
The discussions emphasized prospects in broadband expansion, 5G deployment, and last-mile connectivity. The EU envoy reiterated the EU’s commitment to supporting Bangladesh’s vision of a secure, innovative, and inclusive digital future.
Both sides agreed to maintain close engagement, with the EU offering technical expertise under its Global Gateway strategy. This collaboration aims to help build a safer, more open, and better-connected digital Bangladesh.