Bangladesh Boosts Semiconductor Push Through US Outreach

Bangladesh has stepped up efforts to build a globally connected semiconductor ecosystem through a technology outreach programme in the United States, aimed at attracting partnerships, talent and investment in advanced industries.

The Silicon River and BRAINGAIN USA Roadshow 2026 officially began in Austin, Texas, on June 5, bringing together global technology firms, Bangladeshi semiconductor professionals and industry leaders to explore collaboration opportunities in the fast-growing chip sector.

Organisers described the initiative as a significant milestone in Bangladesh’s ambition to establish itself as an emerging hub for semiconductor technology and deep-tech innovation.

A delegation led by the Bangladesh Semiconductor Industry Association President M A Jabbar held discussions with senior executives from leading global semiconductor companies, including AMD, NXP Semiconductors and Tokyo Electron.

The meetings focused on Bangladesh’s long-term semiconductor strategy, workforce development, innovation capacity and opportunities for technical and business cooperation.

During the roadshow, Professor Muhammad Mustafa Hussain of Purdue University and chief architect of the Silicon River Bangladesh Initiative highlighted the country’s progress and future ambitions in areas such as artificial intelligence-driven semiconductor solutions, digital twin technologies, advanced packaging and stronger industry-academia partnerships.

Bangladeshi technology firms, including DSi, iTest Bangladesh Limited, Neural Semiconductor Limited and SILICONOVA Limited, also presented their technical expertise and business capabilities.

According to organisers, participating companies expressed interest in deeper engagement with Bangladesh, including technical cooperation, industry visits and broader participation in the country’s developing semiconductor sector.

On June 6, the Austin BRAINGAIN Reception brought together around 75 Bangladeshi-origin semiconductor professionals representing more than 1,500 years of combined industry experience.

Participants discussed ways to strengthen Bangladesh’s semiconductor ambitions through research, entrepreneurship, workforce development and international collaboration.

The US outreach programme will continue in several cities as part of efforts to expand partnerships between Bangladesh, the global semiconductor industry and skilled members of the Bangladeshi diaspora.