The School of Business at the University of Asia Pacific (UAP), the Faculty of Business Studies at the University of Dhaka (DU), and Germany鈥檚 Weiden Business School and Institute of Psychological and Behavioral Sciences are jointly organizing the International Conference on Business and Technology (ICBT) 2025.
The two-day conference began on Saturday at the UAP campus and will conclude today at the University of Dhaka. This year鈥檚 theme is 鈥楾he Interrelation of Business and Technology in Achieving Sustainable Development.鈥�
Around 250 participants from different countries are attending the conference, where over 100 research papers will be presented. Discussions will focus on how the integration of business and technology can address economic, environmental, and social challenges.
The programme also includes speeches by 10 distinguished keynote speakers from abroad, along with presentations, interactive sessions, and panel discussions, said a press release.
Speaking at the inaugural ceremony at the UAP Auditorium, Planning Adviser Dr Wahiduddin Mahmud said such conferences create an important platform for academics, professionals, and policymakers, contributing significantly to the nation鈥檚 sustainable development.
Special guests included Mahbuba Haque, chairperson of UAP鈥檚 Board of Trustees; Professor Dr Kamrul Ahsan, vice-chancellor of UAP; and Professor Dr Mamun Ahmed, pro-vice chancellor (Education) of DU.
Architect Mahbuba Haque highlighted UAP鈥檚 commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and global engagement. Professor Kamrul Ahsan remarked that the conference reflects UAP鈥檚 vision for higher education and research. Professor Mamun Ahmed stressed the importance of collaboration among universities.
The conference was co-chaired by Professor MA Baki Khalili of UAP, Christiane Hellbach of OTH Amberg-Weiden, and Professor Mahmud Osman Imam of DU.
The keynote paper was presented by Professor SR Osmani of Ulster University, UK, who provided insights on the integration of business, technology, and sustainable development.
At the end of the ceremony, crests were handed over to the distinguished guests. Sarwar Razzak Chowdhury, Head of the Department of Business Administration at UAP, delivered the vote of thanks.
