Despite progress across the nation, access to technology, despite being a great enabler, can and has also widened certain divides. Moving forward, we must ensure that the benefits of digital technology are equitably felt. It is also simultaneously true that our digital transformation cannot be sustained on imports alone. To that end, we agree with the call made by Special Assistant to the Chief Adviser Faiz Ahmad Taiyeb that we must prioritize local production of digital devices. Smartphone penetration stands at 45%, while laptop usage is only 10% - these figures reveal that there is ample opportunity to develop a local technology sector.

Source: Dhaka Tribune February 01, 2026 08:43 UTC