The shared goal is to build a sustainable BUET-led Engineering Diplomacy program serving Bangladesh and South Asia. It will develop a new generation of problem solvers, supporting government and industry, advancing actionable research, and becoming a trusted partner for national and international institutions.
Prove the Engineering Diplomacy approach through real Bangladesh challenges and create a foundation for future growth.
Move toward institutional ownership and establish a strong network of organizations working together on complex national challenges.
Establish Engineering Diplomacy as a sustainable capability for Bangladesh and South Asia through education, research and international collaboration.
Identify people, expertise, facilities, coordination capacity and institutional resources to support the initiative.
Engage government ministries, universities, development partners, industry and international organizations.
Transition from Tufts/NSF seed support toward a Bangladesh-led funding model.
Establish clear 12-month milestones with measurable outcomes and progress.