The Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Division of the Ministry of Posts, Telecommunications, and Information Technology in Bangladesh has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Oracle to support the country’s vision of becoming a digital and knowledge-based economy. The collaboration aims to equip the local workforce with the necessary skills to meet future industry demands.
Under the partnership, ICT’s Human Resource Development will utilize resources from Oracle Academy to identify opportunities and implement strategies for upskilling local talent. Educational institutions will gain access to teaching and educational resources from Oracle Academy, enabling educators to develop computing knowledge aligned with industry standards. The collaboration also involves hosting Hackathons to foster creativity and innovation among youth and start-ups.
State Minister for ICT highlighted the importance of having a digitally skilled workforce to meet the needs of Bangladesh’s growing ICT sector. The collaboration with Oracle aligns with the country’s Digital Strategy and Smart Bangladesh vision, aiming to accelerate its digital transformation journey.
Managing Director of Oracle Bangladesh, Nepal, and Bhutan, emphasized the significance of building a future-ready workforce with digital capabilities to sustain the country’s economic growth. The collaboration with the ICT Ministry aims to empower the local talent pool and contribute to Bangladesh’s continued progress.
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