Telenor Group President and CEO Benedicte Schilbred Fasmer on Monday reaffirmed the Norwegian telecommunications giant’s commitment to sustained investment in Bangladesh’s digital development during a meeting with Prime Minister Tarique Rahman.

Grameenphone CEO Yasir Azman and senior executives from both Telenor and Grameenphone were present at the meeting, which covered the company’s nearly three decades of operations in the country and its vision for future engagement.

Fasmer highlighted Bangladesh’s strategic importance within Telenor’s Asian operations, describing the company as a long-term partner in the country’s digital transformation. She pledged continued investment in expanding connectivity, strengthening digital inclusion, and building skills and capabilities that support sustainable economic growth.

Both sides expressed confidence that Bangladesh has a strong foundation for building a digitally driven future, citing the country’s young population, rapid adoption of digital lifestyles, and a growing innovation ecosystem as key advantages.

The discussions placed particular emphasis on developing future-ready skills among young Bangladeshis, including artificial intelligence capabilities, which could expand skilled employment opportunities and support the government’s broader development targets. These goals include building a one-trillion-dollar economy by 2034.

Telenor and Grameenphone reaffirmed their confidence in Bangladesh’s long-term potential and their commitment to contributing to the country’s digital progress with a shared vision of a safe and smart future.