She was addressing a seminar titled ‘Possible role of Bangladeshi students studying in Korea in the development of Bangladesh’ held in Seoul on Sunday. 

The Embassy of Bangladesh in Seoul organized the seminar as part of holding Development Fair.

About 80 Bangladeshi students studying in different Korean universities actively participated in the event, organized with the support of ‘Bangladeshi Students’ Association in Korea (BSAK), an organization of Bangladeshi students in Korea.

Ambassador Abida welcomed the students giving an overview of the socio-economic development of Bangladesh.

After the introductory remarks, she invited the students to discuss on different issues related to the development of Bangladesh. 

The speakers made presentations on the issues of industry and commerce, education, research, IT research, Korean investment in Bangladesh and tourism, cultural differences between Bangladesh and Korea, agriculture, biological research, and the role of women etc. 

The speakers also suggested fostering deeper cooperation in the education sector with Korea.

The presentations captured the issues related to education system, economy, research, and development of Bangladesh as well as of Korea.  

The speakers expressed their commitment for making contribution in the economic development of Bangladesh in their deliberations. 

Ambassador Abida said the Embassy will take the suggestions seriously and take every necessary step to address them.