Russian House, SAAB Discuss Cooperation in Medical Education

DHAKA, October 30, 2026: The Russian House in Dhaka has held a meeting with members of the Society of Alumni of Soviet and Russian Universities in Bangladesh (SAAB) to explore opportunities for strengthening bilateral cooperation in medical education and healthcare.

The discussion focused on the role of Russian medical universities in developing skilled healthcare professionals and expanding educational opportunities for Bangladeshi students aspiring to pursue careers in medicine.

Participants highlighted the value of Russian medical education, particularly its academic programmes, clinical training facilities and international exposure, which continue to attract students from Bangladesh.

The meeting also explored ways to strengthen engagement with Bangladeshi medical graduates and create further opportunities for educational and professional collaboration between the two countries.

The Russian House expressed appreciation to SAAB for the constructive discussion, saying it looked forward to deepening ties with the alumni community and exploring new avenues of cooperation in the medical and healthcare sectors.

The initiative reflects the scope for expanding Bangladesh-Russia educational ties beyond traditional academic exchanges, particularly in developing human resources for the healthcare sector.