Published: 11:51 PM, 29 October 2026
Faqir Mahbub stresses stronger Bangladesh-Australia cooperation
Posts, Telecommunications and Information Technology Minister Faqir Mahbub Anam, MP on Thursday said mutual cooperation and exchange of experience need to be increased to further strengthen the existing friendly relations between Bangladesh and Australia.
He said there is ample scope to expand cooperation between the two countries, particularly in information technology, telecommunications, science and technology, and innovation.
Faqir Mahbub Anam, also Science and Technology Minister, made these remarks during a meeting with Australian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Susan Ryle at the ICT Tower in Agargaon, according to a ministry press release.
Mentioning that international cooperation, knowledge exchange and the development of skilled human resources are very important at a time of rapid technological change, he said Australia's experience in these areas could be helpful for Bangladesh.
He also stressed further strengthening communication and cooperation between the relevant institutions of the two countries.
On the occasion, the High Commissioner expressed interest in taking Bangladesh-Australia relations forward, highlighting the prospects of expanding cooperation in various areas of mutual interest, including information technology, science and technology, and innovation.
Both sides expressed optimism about further strengthening the existing relations between the two countries and increasing cooperation on issues of mutual interest.
First Secretary (Political) of the High Commission Harry Thompson was present at the meeting.
