Phoenix Summit 2026, one of Bangladesh’s largest cybersecurity convergence platforms, concluded on Saturday with a closing ceremony held at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Conference Centre (BCFCC) in Dhaka. The five-day summit was organised to strengthen Bangladesh’s cybersecurity capabilities, promote digital resilience, and expand cybersecurity cooperation among emerging economies under the theme “Closing the Cyber Gap in Emerging Economies.”

The closing ceremony was attended by Zahir Uddin Swapon, MP, Minister of Information and Broadcasting, as Chief Guest. Policymakers, industry representatives, technology experts, researchers, students, and participants from home and abroad were also present.

Throughout the summit, expert panel discussions were held on cybersecurity, digital resilience, protection of critical national infrastructure, artificial intelligence, emerging technologies, and strategies for addressing evolving global cyber threats. Local and international experts shared their experiences, research findings, and policy recommendations.

Speaking as Chief Guest, Zahir Uddin Swapon, Minister of Information and Broadcasting said, “During a recent visit to China, we held discussions with their policymakers on technology and how we can draw on their knowledge, experience, technical expertise, and soft power. Our Prime Minister is actively thinking about how to leverage these opportunities. A significant proportion of our population is young, and this demographic reality can be a major advantage for us if we approach it in a planned and strategic manner. This summit reflects the enormous potential that exists among our youth. I extend my special thanks to the organisers for making this event possible.”

Speaking at the closing ceremony, ASM Shamim Reza, Founder and Chief of Research of The Team Phoenix Group, said, “Phoenix Summit Dhaka 2026 is a collective effort to strengthen and unify Bangladesh’s cybersecurity ecosystem. The participation of policymakers, cybersecurity professionals, researchers, students, and technology practitioners from across the globe exceeded our expectations. The knowledge exchange, collaboration opportunities, and innovative ideas generated during the summit will play an important role in enhancing Bangladesh’s digital security and resilience. We believe the connections and initiatives fostered here will contribute significantly to building a safer digital Bangladesh.”

The summit was organised by The Team Phoenix Group (TTPG) and powered by BRAC Bank PLC. According to the organisers, more than 10,000 participants engaged in various conference sessions, workshops, exhibitions, and networking activities throughout the five-day event. A total of 73 organisations showcased their solutions and services through exhibition stalls, while 18 university club partners and three local and international knowledge partners also participated.

Several prestigious recognitions were presented during the event. In recognition of its dedication, teamwork, and significant contributions to cybersecurity awareness and community development, the Cyber Security Club of Islamic University was honored at the event.

Joyeeta Sen Rimpee, Deputy General Manager (DOMAIN) at BTCL, received special recognition for her remarkable contributions to the cybersecurity sector and for inspiring future generations of women to pursue careers in the field.

The Lifetime Honour Award was presented to Sumon Ahmed Sabir, Chief Information Officer (CIO) of Fiber at Home, in recognition of his lifelong dedication, leadership, and outstanding contributions to the cybersecurity industry. Organizers praised his pivotal role in advancing Bangladesh’s cybersecurity ecosystem and his continued efforts to foster innovation and professional excellence in the sector.

The first three days of the summit, which began on 23 June, featured a series of technical workshops at the Krishibid Institution Bangladesh (KIB). Among them, the “Practical Cyber Investigation” workshop, conducted with support from the National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA), attracted significant interest. Additional hands-on training sessions included “DevSecOps for Practitioners,” “Master Application Security: Vulnerability Management and Penetration Testing,” and “Ransomware Mechanics.”

The summit was supported by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, the ICT Division, and the National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA). BRAC Bank PLC served as Powered By Sponsor, while Axiatax PLC joined as In Association with Sponsor.

Gold Sponsors included Bank Asia, Eastern Bank PLC (EBL), Magnus Corporation, SANS Institute, MGH, Mohammad & Sons, and Meghna Group of Industries. Silver Sponsors included City Bank PLC and Maxcrete. Bronze Sponsors included Agroshift, Gold Kinen, APNIC, BGI, Saiham Knit Composite Limited, Citizens Bank, Bengal Infosec Limited, and Orange Solution Limited.

The summit’s Cybersecurity Knowledge Partners were APNIC, SANS Institute, and Resecurity. Flexoptix GmbH served as Fellowship Partner, while SCITP and ISPAB joined as Strategic Partners. For more information, visit www.phoenixsummit.net.