Fakir Mahbub Anam, the Minister of Posts, Telecommunications and Information Technology and Science and Technology, is currently participating in the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) 2026, held in Shanghai, China. The four-day international summit, which began on July 17, is scheduled to conclude on July 20, 2026.
Chinese President Xi Jinping officially inaugurated the global event on Friday. The opening ceremony featured remarks from the President of Kazakhstan, the Prime Ministers of Thailand and Cambodia, and the United Nations Secretary-General. Their addresses collectively emphasized the growing necessity for international cooperation regarding the responsible development and governance of artificial intelligence.
The conference serves as a platform for government leaders, policymakers, technology experts, researchers, innovators, and representatives from top global tech firms to convene. Discussions are centered on the future of AI, emerging technologies, AI governance, innovation, digital transformation, and sustainable development.
Throughout the summit, Minister Fakir Mahbub Anam is set to engage in several high-level sessions, bilateral meetings, and discussions with global technology leaders and policymakers. He will highlight Bangladesh's recent progress in digital transformation, AI-driven innovation, smart governance, and human resource development. Furthermore, he intends to explore opportunities for strengthening international collaboration in the fields of artificial intelligence, advanced technology, research, investment, and capacity building.
Bangladesh's participation in WAIC 2026 reflects the government's firm commitment to leveraging artificial intelligence and emerging technologies to foster a knowledge-based, innovation-driven, and digitally empowered nation.
