The French Ambassador visit to the ICOG and the Department of Oceanography
Date of Visit: 19 May 2026
Venue: International Centre for Ocean Governance (ICOG) and Department of Oceanography, University of Dhaka
On 19 May 2026, the French Ambassador to Bangladesh, Jean‑Marc Séré‑Charlet, visited the International Centre for Ocean Governance (ICOG) and the Department of Oceanography at the University of Dhaka. The visit was organized to strengthen academic collaboration, promote higher education opportunities, and enhance research cooperation between Bangladesh and France in the fields of oceanography, marine science, and ocean governance.
The Ambassador’s visit formed part of a broader academic engagement at Dhaka University, where a seminar titled “Higher Education Opportunities in France” was organized by ICOG in collaboration with the Embassy of France, Campus France Bangladesh, and Expertise France. During the seminar, the Ambassador encouraged Bangladeshi students and researchers to explore higher education and research opportunities in France, emphasizing the availability of internationally recognized universities, research institutions, scholarship opportunities, and English-taught academic programs.
During the visit to ICOG and the Department of Oceanography, discussions focused on strengthening institutional collaboration, academic exchange, and marine research partnerships between Dhaka University and French universities and institutions. The Ambassador highlighted France’s commitment to promoting scientific cooperation and expressed interest in expanding collaborative initiatives related to marine science, ocean governance, climate resilience, and sustainable ocean resource management.
The visit also provided an opportunity for interaction among faculty members, researchers, and students of the Department of Oceanography and ICOG. Participants discussed future prospects for joint research, student and faculty exchange programmes, internships, and advanced scientific training. The event reflected the growing importance of international cooperation in addressing contemporary ocean and environmental challenges.
The presence of the French Ambassador at ICOG and the Department of Oceanography signified a positive step toward strengthening Bangladesh–France academic relations, particularly in marine and oceanographic sciences. The visit is expected to contribute to future collaborations aimed at enhancing research capacity, promoting knowledge exchange, and advancing sustainable ocean governance initiatives in Bangladesh.
