Zubaida Rahman, wife of Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, has set off for the United States to participate in the prestigious “Fostering the Future Together” summit, following an invitation from U.S. First Lady Melania Trump. The summit convenes spouses of world leaders to discuss strategies for advancing safe, innovative, and inclusive educational opportunities for children globally.
On Sunday, 22 March, Zubaida Rahman departed Dhaka via Biman Bangladesh Airlines, with a scheduled layover in the United Kingdom before continuing to Washington, D.C. She is expected to engage in high-level discussions on the integration of technology in education, with a particular focus on child safety in online learning environments.
The summit will explore the role of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), in enhancing educational access and quality. Delegates will examine ways to train teachers and parents, strengthen digital learning infrastructures, and implement strategies to ensure equitable educational opportunities. The White House has confirmed that leading technology firms attending the summit will offer participating countries access to their platforms at little or no cost, enabling the practical application of innovative tools in local contexts.
Representing Bangladesh, Zubaida Rahman will provide insights into the country’s ongoing initiatives in education and digital development. Her participation aims to identify technologies that can be effectively adopted in Bangladesh, while contributing to broader global conversations on child-focused education policies. After the summit concludes, she is scheduled to return home to continue her work in promoting educational development and child welfare.
Fostering the Future Together Summit: Key Information
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Delegate | Zubaida Rahman, spouse of Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman |
| Event | “Fostering the Future Together” Summit |
| Host | First Lady Melania Trump, United States |
| Departure | 22 March, Dhaka (Biman Bangladesh Airlines) |
| Stopover | United Kingdom |
| Focus Areas | AI in education, safe online learning, teacher & parent training, child development |
| Technology Access | Provided by leading tech firms at minimal or no cost |
| Expected Outcome | Identification and implementation of suitable technologies in home countries |
| Return | Post-summit, back to Bangladesh |
The summit highlights a global effort to combine technological innovation with child-centric educational policies, ensuring emerging digital tools are leveraged for empowerment rather than risk. With delegates such as Zubaida Rahman, Bangladesh is poised to contribute to shaping safe, effective, and inclusive learning environments for the next generation, while fostering international collaboration in education technology.