Bangladesh

Matarbari Port Expected to Transform Bay of Bengal Trade
09 Jun

Matarbari Port Expected to Transform Bay of Bengal Trade

Mohini BarmanBangladesh
Bangladesh has inaugurated its first deep-sea port at Matarbari in Cox’s Bazar, a $4.5 billion project funded through Japanese investment and national infrastructure bonds. Capable of handling the world’s largest cargo ships, the port is expected to reduce reliance on Chittagong and ease pressure on inland transport. It will serve as a vital hub for regional trade, connecting India’s Northeast, Bhutan, and Nepal to global shipping routes. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina called it “a landmark in our economic history.” The port is projected to boost Bangladesh’s GDP by at least 2% over the next five years. Indian, Bhutanese, and Nepalese…
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Bangladesh Launches Electric Bus Fleet in Dhaka
06 Jun

Bangladesh Launches Electric Bus Fleet in Dhaka

Mohini BarmanBangladesh
Bangladesh has introduced its first fleet of electric buses in Dhaka, marking a significant step toward sustainable urban transportation.  Developed in collaboration with South Korean and Chinese partners, the electric buses aim to reduce air pollution and modernize the city's public transport system. The new buses offer silent operation, zero tailpipe emissions, and are equipped with advanced ticketing and security systems.  The initiative is part of a broader plan to deploy 500 electric buses over the next two years, improving air quality and commuter experience. Neighboring countries like India and Nepal, facing similar urban pollution challenges, are observing Dhaka's transition…
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Dhaka’s New Fleet Aims for Sustainable Public Transportation
05 Jun

Dhaka’s New Fleet Aims for Sustainable Public Transportation

Mohini BarmanBangladesh
In a significant move towards sustainable urban transport, Bangladesh has launched its first fleet of electric buses in Dhaka.  Developed in collaboration with South Korean and Chinese partners, these buses aim to reduce air pollution and modernize the city's public transportation system. The electric buses offer silent operation, zero tailpipe emissions, and are equipped with advanced ticketing and security systems.  The initiative is part of a broader plan to deploy 500 electric buses over the next two years, improving air quality and commuter experience. Neighboring countries like India and Nepal, facing similar urban pollution challenges, are observing Dhaka's transition closely. …
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Dhaka Metro to Launch Smart Ticketing System by December
22 May

Dhaka Metro to Launch Smart Ticketing System by December

Mohini BarmanBangladesh
Bangladesh is upgrading its urban transport with a smart ticketing system for the Dhaka Metro. The new system, based on Near Field Communication (NFC) technology, will allow passengers to pay digitally using mobile phones and smartcards. The Bangladesh Road Transport Corporation (BRTC) has partnered with a Japanese firm to develop the system. Trials begin in August, and full implementation is expected by December 2025. The initiative aims to ease congestion, reduce fare fraud, and encourage more people to use public transit. Indian and Nepalese urban planners have shown interest in similar models for metro projects in Kathmandu and Tier-2 Indian…
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Bangladesh Launches First High-Speed Rail Project with Japan’s Help
17 May

Bangladesh Launches First High-Speed Rail Project with Japan’s Help

Mohini BarmanBangladesh
Bangladesh has signed a major agreement with Japan to build its first high-speed rail line between Dhaka and Chittagong. The bullet train, expected to be operational by 2030, will reduce travel time from 6 hours to just under 2. This $12 billion mega-infrastructure project is being funded through Japanese ODA and involves advanced rail technology transfer. Officials said it will revolutionize domestic travel and logistics. The development has sparked interest in neighboring India and Nepal, where cross-border rail connectivity remains a growing priority. This project could serve as a model for regional rail modernization.
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Bangladesh Launches First Floating Solar Farm
13 May

Bangladesh Launches First Floating Solar Farm

Mohini BarmanBangladesh
Bangladesh has inaugurated its first floating solar farm on Kaptai Lake in Rangamati. The 35 MW project was developed by a partnership between the government and a Singapore-based clean energy firm. The solar panels, mounted on buoyant platforms, will power over 15,000 rural homes and reduce carbon emissions by 45,000 tons annually. Officials say this is the first step toward turning lakes and reservoirs into power-generating zones. India and Nepal, with their own hydropower infrastructure, are studying the project as a potential hybrid model to combine solar and hydroelectricity for sustainable energy.
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Bangladesh to Launch World’s Largest Floating Solar Power Plant
06 May

Bangladesh to Launch World’s Largest Floating Solar Power Plant

Mohini BarmanBangladesh
Bangladesh is set to inaugurate the world’s largest floating solar power plant by 2024, which will significantly boost the country’s renewable energy capacity. The project, located on the Padma River, will have a capacity to generate 200 MW of electricity, enough to power over 200,000 homes. This ambitious move is part of Bangladesh's broader goal to increase its renewable energy capacity and reduce dependency on fossil fuels. Similar floating solar power initiatives are being considered in neighboring countries like India and Nepal, which have also been working to develop sustainable energy solutions.
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Dhaka to Spotlight Green Innovation with Global Tech Expo This Fall
30 Apr

Dhaka to Spotlight Green Innovation with Global Tech Expo This Fall

Sonakshi SarkarBangladesh
Bangladesh will host its first-ever International Climate Tech Expo in Dhaka this September, bringing together innovators, policymakers, and environmental experts from over 40 countries. The event will focus on climate-resilient technologies in agriculture, water, and energy. The Ministry of Environment says the expo will feature clean energy startups, green finance networks, and digital sustainability platforms. Key partners include UNDP and the World Bank. Nepal, Bhutan, and several Indian states have been invited to participate, aiming to showcase regional solutions and explore collaborative approaches to climate resilience in South Asia.
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Digital Shops Empower Bangladeshi Women Amid Economic Shifts
16 Apr

Digital Shops Empower Bangladeshi Women Amid Economic Shifts

Sonakshi SarkarBangladesh
In Bangladesh, a growing number of women are launching online businesses through social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. From fashion boutiques to home-based catering, the trend is reshaping traditional ideas of women’s work in urban Dhaka and beyond. The Bangladesh Association of Software and Information Services (BASIS) reports that over 15,000 new women-led digital businesses were registered in the last 18 months. Platforms like Daraz and Evaly are also helping small female-run businesses reach wider audiences. Many of these women are homemakers, college students, or retired professionals who turned to digital entrepreneurship during the pandemic and continued as…
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Bangladesh Approves First Satellite Internet License
08 Apr

Bangladesh Approves First Satellite Internet License

Sonakshi SarkarBangladesh
Bangladesh’s Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) has officially granted SpaceX’s Starlink the license to operate satellite-based internet services in the country. This approval will help bridge digital divides in rural and remote areas. The service, expected to go live in late 2025, promises high-speed internet in the Chittagong Hill Tracts, coastal areas, and northern border regions where connectivity has long been a challenge. The license also mandates a partnership with a local ISP to ensure affordable pricing and infrastructure sharing. This development could inspire similar satellite internet projects in Nepal’s mountainous regions and Bhutan’s remote valleys. Experts believe Starlink’s entry may…
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