Geneva: Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Bangladesh in Geneva, Nahida Sobhan, has urged development partners to intensify efforts to mobilize investment to close the digital infrastructure gap, strengthen cybersecurity, and counter misinformation and disinformation. She emphasized the need for development partners to address digital literacy challenges, including the gender digital divide, and support AI upskilling for the youth workforce in preparation for the future of work.
According to United News of Bangladesh, the envoy highlighted the Bangladesh Government's initiatives to bridge the digital divide, strengthen public digital infrastructure, and expand financial inclusion during a roundtable discussion at the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Headquarters. The Bangladesh Mission in Geneva reported on Tuesday that this roundtable was organized by ITU with participation from Ambassadors of Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, the European Union, Gambia, Italy, and Mexico to observe the 3rd UN Virtual Worlds Day.
During the discussion, Ambassador Nahida expressed that the Government remains committed to advancing inclusive digital transformation and expanding access to technology-driven services for all, as reflected in its manifesto. She underscored the growing impact of AI and emerging technologies on societies and highlighted the need to develop legal and governance frameworks for AI platforms, focusing on human rights, AI safety and security, prevention of the weaponization of AI, democratisation of AI, and enhanced international development cooperation.