Bangladesh Information Minister Calls for Draft Action Plan on Fake News and Digital Risks

Bangladesh’s Information and Broadcasting Minister has called for a draft national action plan. The plan is intended to address the spread of fake news online. It also aims to mitigate broader digital risks facing the country. The request signals heightened government concern over misinformation. Relevant ministries are expected to collaborate on the draft. The initiative could lead to new regulatory measures for media platforms. Officials say the plan will strengthen public trust in digital information. Stakeholders await the government’s formal rollout of the strategy.