Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman says the country must change how its students learn. Instead of just focusing on passing exams and getting certificates, he believes schools need to teach practical skills that lead directly to meaningful jobs.
Speaking at a teacher training event in Dhaka on Sunday, the Prime Minister explained that the world is changing fast. To survive in a future driven by artificial intelligence (AI) and automation, Bangladesh must update its classrooms.
The National University organised the event to train 12,000 college teachers from across the country. Addressing the crowd, Tarique shared that fixing the education system is a top priority for his government, especially after years of damage caused by previous political rule.
Because AI and modern technology are replacing many older jobs, the government wants to add new, future-ready subjects to school programmes. Soon, students will have the chance to learn about cybersecurity, computer programming, online business, and 5G technology.
Tarique pointed out a frustrating problem: many young people graduate with high-level degrees but still cannot secure work because they lack hands-on experience. To fix this issue, the government is bringing schools and local businesses together. They are creating more internships and practical training programmes in major cities so students can learn by doing.
The Prime Minister also wants to help young people become their bosses. He announced plans for new government grants and “seed funding” for college students. This money will help students turn their smart ideas into real businesses, allowing them to create jobs rather than just looking for them.
While technology is important, Tarique reminded the teachers that being a decent person matters just as much. He asked educators to focus on teaching strong morals, protecting students’ mental health, and caring for the environment. He also noted that learning a third language, along with Bengali and English, will make it much easier for students to find jobs anywhere in the world.
The National University will play a great role in making these changes happen. It currently teaches well over four million students across 2,000 colleges. Former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia started the university back in 1992 to help more people get a higher education.
Other leaders also spoke at the event, including Education Minister ANM Ehsanul Hoque Milon, the Prime Minister’s Education Adviser Mahdi Amin, and National University Vice-Chancellor Professor ASM Amanullah. They all agreed on the shared goal of building a smarter, independent, and highly skilled Bangladesh.
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