Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Thursday stressed exploring the best possible ways to ensure the digital security of the country and making people aware of it as the world is becoming more complex with the advent of newer technologies.
"The world is going through a very critical time and Bangladesh also faces its impact. So, well-thought-out opinions need to ensure people's security and continue the country's progress and prosperity to take the nation more forward," she said, reports BSS.
The prime minister was addressing the meeting of the National Digital Security Council at her official Ganabhaban residence in the capital on Thursday morning.
She said Bangladesh has become a digital country and it is using its full potential during the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, sounding a note of warning against its bad sides that mostly hamper the security aspects.
The premier said due to the digital advancement, cyber crime is now appearing as a big problem, adding that various social problems, militancy and terrorism are also being spread using the digital devices.
"So, ensuring security is the most important thing for us. The world is now becoming a global village and none can move alone. We realised it more after breaking out the Coronavirus pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine conflict," she said.
The prime minister said they have to find out what Bangladesh can do to ensure its security and utilise the experience of others in doing so.
Sheikh Hasina also stressed the need for creating awareness among the people particularly on the cyber crimes to make them realise how much it harmful for a person, family, society and the state.
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