, April 4 -- Science and technology are not only drivers of economic growth but also key pillars of national security, sustainable development and human welfare, said Posts, Telecommunications and Information Technology, and Science and Technology Minister Fakir Mahbub Anam on Saturday.

"The government is working to build a knowledge-based and innovation-driven Bangladesh placing emphasis on expanding STEM education, commercialising research, increasing investment in advanced technologies including AI and strengthening the startup ecosystem," said the minister after inaugurating the two-day 6th Young Scientist Congress in the capital.

The congress themed 'Young Scientists for Artificial Intelligence' is being held at the National Scienc...