Microsoft Bangladesh gets new chief

Global tech giant Microsoft has appointed Md Yousup Faruqu as managing director for Bangladesh.

In this role, he will focus on accelerating digital transformation for public and private sector organisations, SMEs, communities, and industry verticals, said a press release.

“Bangladesh has been one of the fastest-growing economies in the Asia Pacific, and we’re proud to empower it in its aspirations to become a developed country by 2041,” said Sook Hoon Cheah, Microsoft’s general manager for the Southeast Asia new markets.

Faruqu’s extensive industry experience will play a crucial role in ensuring cloud adoption, skilling and transformation for the country, he hopes, adding; “I’m excited to see how he and his team will continue building partnerships and capabilities together, in a market that is consistently brimming with innovation.”

Faruqu has over 16 years of experience in technology transformation across Bangladesh, the release reads.

His prior experiences include roles with VMware, Banglalink Digital Communication, and Symbiosis Bangladesh. He holds a bachelor’s in computer applications from Bangalore University in Bengaluru, India.

“I’m so honoured to be on this exciting journey with Microsoft as we focus on Bangladesh’s digital transformation and cloud adoption,” said Faruqu.

“I’m looking forward to transforming the country, the industries and capabilities of the country together, with our partners and the community,” he added.