Dhaka Set to Host Major AI Business Summit Highlighting Future Economy Innovations

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The government and the Dhaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI) are gearing up to host a premier day-long artificial intelligence business event titled the Bangladesh AI Business Summit 2026. Scheduled for November 5 at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Conference Centre in Sher-e-Bangla Nagar, the summit aims to spotlight technological advancements and drive digital transformation across the country's economic landscape under the theme "AI-fication for Tomorrow's Economy."

Science and technology minister Fakir Mahbub Anam disclosed the details during a press briefing at the ministry, noting that the event will feature over 140 exhibition stalls showcasing cutting-edge AI innovations from local and international companies, startups, and tech projects. The exhibition will also highlight prototypes and projects built by students representing 20 academic institutions, alongside international exhibitors from countries including Pakistan and the United States.

The high-profile event expects roughly 6,000 visitors, 2,000 invited guests, and 27 expert speakers and panelists from both home and abroad. The summit will feature three pivotal panel discussions focusing on AI policy, infrastructure, and skills, strengthening collaboration between academia and industry, and leveraging AI agents to tackle practical local challenges.