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Bangladesh ICT minister extends invitation to Meta for regional office
Shama Obaed has invited Meta Platforms to establish an office in Bangladesh, signaling the government's push to attract major technology companies to the country. The move reflects Dhaka's efforts to position itself as a growing technology hub in South Asia.
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Shama Obaed, Bangladesh's Information and Communication Technology Minister, has extended a formal invitation to Meta Platforms to open an office in Dhaka, according to official statements. The overture comes as the government seeks to strengthen ties with global technology firms and expand their footprint in the country.
The minister's outreach underscores Bangladesh's broader strategy to attract multinational tech companies, which could bring investment, job opportunities, and technological advancement to the nation. Several international technology firms have already established regional operations in the country, contributing to the growth of Bangladesh's digital economy.
Meta's potential establishment in Bangladesh would mark a significant expansion of the social media giant's presence in South and Southeast Asia. The company, which operates Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, has been gradually increasing its regional operations across Asia.
The invitation reflects Bangladesh's commitment to creating a favourable environment for foreign technology investment, even as the government continues to engage with international tech companies on matters of content regulation and digital governance.