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ICT Minister meets Swedish Ambassador, discuss cybersecurity and AI

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ICT Minister meets Swedish Ambassador, discuss cybersecurity and AI
Sweden's Ambassador to Bangladesh Nicolas Weeks paid a courtesy call on Minister of Posts, Telecommunications and Information Technology and Science and Technology Fakir Mahbub Anam. In the meeting held today, Sunday (1 November), at the office of the Posts and Telecommunications Division, detailed discussions were held on digital transformation, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence (AI), and investment potential in the technology sector.

During the meeting, ‘One ID–One Wallet’, a secure digital identity system, and the security of online transactions received special importance. Minister Fakir Mahbub Anam said the government is working to ensure cybersecurity. However, the purpose of enacting the cybersecurity law is not to control freedom of expression or the media, but to prevent misuse of technology and cybercrime. In addition, he stressed harnessing AI's potential as well as youth employment and its ethical use.

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At the meeting, the Swedish ambassador expressed interest in cooperation in Bangladesh's digital public infrastructure and cybersecurity and in expanding investment in the technology sector. The discussion also raised the issue of an integrated role to ensure safe internet use for children and adolescents. First Secretary of the Swedish Embassy Oli Lundin was present at the time.

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