Dhaka: Prime Minister's Education Adviser Mahdi Amin announced today that the government plans to create a robust trilateral ecosystem by uniting the country's universities, industries, and the expertise of Bangladeshi expatriates on a single platform. This initiative aims to foster innovation and economic growth by leveraging the strengths of these three sectors.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Amin revealed this plan during the closing ceremony of the two-day National Semiconductor Symposium and BEAR (Bangladesh Electronics, AI and Robotics) Summit 2026 held at Novo Theatre in the capital. The Ministry of Science and Technology, the Bangladesh Semiconductor Industry Association (BSIA), and the government's Silicon River Bangladesh programme organized the event under the theme "Building Bangladesh's Semiconductor Future Through Global Partnerships."
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman inaugurated the summit as the chief guest. During the event, Amin highlighted the existing gap between academia and industry in Bangladesh, despite the country's numerous students and universities. The government is dedicated to closing this gap by establishing effective connections between higher educational institutions and the industrial sector, thus fostering young talent and creating employment opportunities.
Amin emphasized the importance of transforming "brain drain" into "brain circulation," noting that many Bangladeshi academics, engineers, and researchers excel at prestigious universities and technology companies worldwide. The government is actively creating platforms to utilize the expertise and experience of expatriates to support Bangladesh's economic and technological progress.
Addressing the state of research and higher education, Amin pointed out the lack of modern laboratories and research facilities in many universities across the country. In response, the national budget has allocated a record amount of funding for higher education and research. This funding will not only facilitate the construction of buildings but also the establishment of advanced laboratories and a research-friendly environment.
Amin also discussed the government's medium-term plan to set up specialized research centers modeled after those in advanced countries such as the United Kingdom. He stressed the need to make education more application-oriented, equipping students with practical skills through internships, summer schools, visiting lectures, and greater involvement of industry experts.
Moreover, Amin called for integrating technical and vocational education into the mainstream educational system alongside general education. He praised the entrepreneurial spirit and talent of the country's youth, asserting that with proper government guidance and a supportive ecosystem, Bangladesh's emerging young generation will have the potential to become global leaders in fields such as the Fourth Industrial Revolution, robotics, and artificial intelligence.