AES Bangladesh EdTech Summit Event Schedule Overview
The AES Bangladesh EdTech Summit runs for three days: keynote sessions on Day 1, thematic breakout sessions on Day 2, and business matching and networking on Day 3. The event features 30 sessions, 80 speakers, and 500 participants, with dedicated programs for Korean companies (Korea Pavilion and Korea–Bangladesh matching sessions). Because seats are allocated by session through pre-registration, advance registration for sessions of interest is essential.
Bangladesh's EdTech market stands at approximately $250M as of 2025 and is growing at over 20% annually. A student-age population of 38 million, smartphone penetration above 50%, and the government's Smart Bangladesh 2041 education digitalization goals are all driving market expansion. This is an optimal entry window for Korean AI learning, LMS, and coding education companies.
Day 1: Keynote Sessions (Opening and Policy)
Day 1 consists of the opening ceremony and four keynote sessions. The Bangladesh Minister of Education, Korean Vice Minister of Education, World Bank Director for Education, and a UNICEF representative each present their policy visions. Following the keynote block, the Korea Pavilion opening ceremony takes place, where Korean EdTech companies have dedicated exhibition booths. Afternoon breakout sessions run in parallel across four rooms, so attendees should select their sessions in advance.
| Time | Session | Speaker | Venue | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00–09:30 | Opening Ceremony | Ministers and guests of honor from both countries | Main Hall | Business formal attire |
| 09:30–10:15 | Keynote 1: BD Education Vision 2041 | Minister of Education | Main Hall | English with interpretation |
| 10:15–11:00 | Keynote 2: Korean Digital Education Innovation | Vice Minister of Education | Main Hall | Korean-English simultaneous interpretation |
| 11:00–11:30 | Break + Korea Pavilion Opening Ceremony | - | Exhibition Hall | Ribbon cutting included |
| 11:30–12:15 | Keynote 3: Education Investment Trends | World Bank Director for Education | Main Hall | English |
| 12:15–13:00 | Keynote 4: Education Equity and Technology | UNICEF Representative | Main Hall | English |
| 13:00–14:00 | Lunch + Networking | - | Lobby / Exhibition | Korea Pavilion visit recommended |
| 14:00–17:00 | Breakout Sessions (4 parallel tracks) | Speakers by track | Room A–D | Pre-registration required |
Day 2: Breakout Sessions (Technology and Case Studies)
Day 2 runs five sessions simultaneously across four tracks — AI Learning, LMS, Coding Education, and Vocational Training. Three Korean companies present their solutions, with Q&A and product demos included after each session. Korean company presentations are scheduled in Track A (AI Learning) and Track C (Coding Education), making these ideal for monitoring competitor activity and expanding your network.
Day 3: Business Matching and Networking
Day 3 is dedicated to one-on-one business matching and networking. The Korea-exclusive matching block is scheduled in the morning, where Korean companies consult directly with the Bangladesh Ministry of Education, ICT Division, and school stakeholders. Matches are pre-assigned via AI algorithm; additional meeting requests can be submitted on-site. The afternoon concludes with an MOU signing ceremony and the closing ceremony.
| Time | Program | Participants | Venue | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00–12:00 | Korea Exclusive Matching (20 min × 6 rounds) | 20 firms × buyers | Meeting Rooms 1–4 | KOTRA-supported firms given priority |
| 09:00–12:00 | General Matching | Other participants | Rooms A–D | Walk-in requests accepted on-site |
| 12:00–13:00 | Lunch + Open Networking | All attendees | Lobby / Exhibition | Business card exchange encouraged |
| 13:00–14:30 | Workshop: Education ODA Utilization Strategy | Organized by KOICA | Room A | Conducted in Korean |
| 14:30–15:30 | MOU Signing Ceremony (10 planned) | Korea–Bangladesh institutions and firms | Main Hall | Pre-registration required if participating |
| 15:30–16:30 | Closing Ceremony + Excellence Awards | All attendees | Main Hall | 6 award categories |