ICANN Outreach Program
Dhaka, Bangladesh

11 and 14 July, 2024 @ BTRC Auditorium

We are excited to announce our upcoming ICANN outreach event in Dhaka, focused on internet innovations, business opportunities in the domain name industry, DNS security, and industry insights through roundtable discussions and seminars. Scheduled to take place on July 11 and 14, 2024, this event aims to gather professionals, thought leaders and stakeholders from the IT sector to foster meaningful discussions and collaborations. The event is hosted by BTRC and co-hosted by ICANN.

Honorable State Minister of the Ministry of Posts, Telecommunications and Information Technology, Mr. Zunaid Ahmed Palak, MP will join as the Chief Guest in the event.

Chief Guest

Zunaid Ahmed Palak, MP

Minister of State for Posts, Telecommunications and Information Technology, Bangladesh

Mr. Zunaid Ahmed Palak MP serves as the Minister of State for the Ministry of Post, Telecommunication, and Information Technology, Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh. Widely recognized for his pivotal role in shaping Digital Bangladesh, he stands as a leading figure for realizing the newly adopted Smart Bangladesh Vision 2041.

Program Schedule

Date	Session	Details
Day 1: 11 July 2024 Invited Only	Roundtable with Industry Leaders Agenda: Exploring the Future of Domain Name Industry – Challenges and Opportunities 10.00 AM – 12.00 PM	Led By Mr. Samiran Gupta, VP, ICANN & Mr Kazi Mustafizur Rahman (GAC, Bangladesh) Area of the agenda: ccTLD, UA, New gTLD, Domain Business & Operation
	Networking Lunch Break 12.00 PM to 2PM
	Led by Mr. Samiran Gupta, VP, ICANN. Representatives from Different Public & Private Universities will attend Agenda: Academic Promotion of Universal Acceptance (UA) & Domain Operational Skill 2.30 PM- 4.30 PM	Led by Mr. Samiran Gupta, VP, ICANN. Representatives from Different Public & Private Universities will attend Agenda: Academic Promotion of Universal Acceptance (UA) & Domain Operational Skill
Day 2: 14 July 2024 Public Seminar	Welcome and Registration 10:00 am to 10:30 am	Front Desk
	Panel Discussion: Future of Domain Name Business and Industry Growth Challenges 10:30 am to 11:30 am	Moderator: Dr. Shamsuzzoha , DD, BTRC Panelist: 1. Saleh Ahmed , CEO , ExonHost 2. Shafiqur Rahman , CEO at Dhaka Host IT 3. Mostafa kamal , Director, Hostever 4. Mortaza Ahmed , Founder and CEO,Dream Line IT Solution 5.Jobair Alam Bipul , CEO, HostMight
	Tea Break 11.30 AM to11.45 AM
	Panel Discussion: The Importance of Engagement with the DNS Community 11:45 am to 12:30 pm	Moderator: Imran Hossen Panelist: 1. Mr. Shamsuzzoha , DD, BTRC 2. Shah Zahidur Rahman, At-Large Advisory Committee (ALAC), Member , ICANN 3. Mohammad Kawsar Uddin,President, Technology Media Guild Bangladesh (TMGB) Vice President, Internet Society Bangladesh Chapter 4. Masum 5. Shaila Sharmin,System Security Architect ,Prime Bank PLC 6. Imran Hossen, Managing Director, EyHost Ltd. 7. Md. Jahangir Hossain ,Chief Information Security Officer Walton Hi-Tech Industries PLC. Member of the Board of Trustees Internet Society Bangladesh 8. Romia Lasmin 9. Afifa Abbas , Network Security Engineer,HAEA 10. Rezona , First sentier investors- risk and compliance department
	Networking Lunch 12.30 PM to 1.30 PM
	Public Seminar: ICANN Engagement and Opportunities for Bangladesh Keynote: ICANN Chairperson: Honorable Chairman, BTRC. Chief Guest: Honorable State Minister of Ministry of Posts, Telecommunications and Information Technology, Mr. Zunaid Ahmed Palak, MP 1:30 PM-3:00 PM	1. Welcome Remarks: Brig Gen Kazi Mustafizur Rahman, Director General (E&O), BTRC 2. Video Presentation on Domain Industry: Imran Hossen, Convener, ICANN Outreach Program Dhaka 2024 3. Keynote from ICANN: Mr Samiran Gupta 4. Syed Almas Kabir, Advisor, FBCCI 5. Shameem Ahsan, President, Venture Capital & Private Equity Association of Bangladesh (VCPEAB) 6. Speech from Mr Sajid Rahman- (Director at ICANN Board) 7. Remarks from Honorable Chairman, BTRC, Eng. Md Mohiuddin Ahmed 8. Remarks from Honorable State Minister, Mr. Zunaid Ahmed Palak, MP
	Photo sessions

Who Should Attend?

The ICANN Outreach Program in Dhaka, Bangladesh, themed "Unlocking the Dot Potential," is designed for individuals and organizations interested in the domain name industry from both business and technology perspectives. This includes registries, registrars, resellers, web hosting companies, Internet service providers, network operators, brand managers, digital marketers, entrepreneurs, intellectual property professionals, commercial and non-commercial registrants, and end users. Join us to gain valuable insights, engage with key stakeholders, and explore opportunities within the ICANN community and the broader domain name ecosystem in Bangladesh, a rapidly growing market with immense potential.