Bangladesh, Nov. 6 -- President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has called for building an artificial intelligence (AI)-capable Bangladesh that can develop and innovate the technology rather than remain merely a user.

"We must build a Bangladesh that will not only make proper use of AI technology but also take a leading role in its innovation through collective efforts," he said.

The President made the remarks while inaugurating the Bangladesh AI Business Summit 2026 at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Conference Centre (BCFCC) in Dhaka on Thursday morning.

Stressing the need to become an active participant in technological change, he said Bangladesh should be AI-capable, innovation-driven and focused on human welfare instead of depending ...