“Rehan Asif Asad said the government has a comprehensive strategy to boost Bangladesh's digital capabilities with connectivity at its core.”

Rehan Asif AsadStatementApril 25, 2026Read the original

The prime minister's adviser for posts, telecoms and ICT on the government's digital strategy.

Our verdict

True

Asad has repeatedly described connectivity as the foundation of the government's ICT strategy.

What we found

Since his appointment in February 2026, Asad has set out a strategy prioritising high-speed connectivity, including in a March interview and later speeches. The claim describes his stated position accurately; whether the strategy is comprehensive is his view.

The evidence

2 of 2 sources support the claim; none contradict it.

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Supports the claim
Asad outlined connectivity as the bedrock of Bangladesh's ICT vision. [1]
Supports the claim
The government will focus on ICT as the foundation for future growth. [2]

How we checked

We checked the claim against MEA Tech Watch, The Daily Star. We reviewed 2 relevant sources.

Sources

[1]MEA Tech Watch · Connectivity as the bedrock: Rehan Asad outlines Bangladesh's 30-year ICT vision
[2]The Daily Star · Govt to focus on ICT as foundation for future growth

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