Khandakar Abdul Muktadir has called for increased Australian investment in Bangladesh’s solar power sector to help meet rising energy demand.
The appeal came during a meeting with Susan Ryle at the secretariat in Dhaka, where both sides discussed expanding bilateral trade and economic cooperation.
The minister highlighted the government’s efforts to create an investment-friendly environment, with a strong focus on renewable energy, industrial revitalization, and job creation. He noted that assets worth around $7 billion are being activated across industrial sectors through private investment.
Ryle said bilateral trade between Bangladesh and Australia has reached approximately $5.14 billion and continues to grow, with strong potential for collaboration in green energy, innovation, and technology.
She also mentioned that a high-level Australian delegation is currently exploring opportunities in renewable energy and infrastructure, while noting that about 28,000 Bangladeshi students are studying in Australia. Both sides expressed interest in strengthening cooperation across trade, education, and capacity building, alongside expanding partnerships in sustainable energy development.
