Dhaka seeks Brazilian investment
Dhaka seeks Brazilian investment

Fisheries and Livestock Adviser Farida Akhter has sought Brazilian investment in Bangladesh for stronger economic ties between the South Asian and Latin American nations. I urge you to secure the first investment during your tenure, she told Brazilian Ambassador to Bangladesh Paulo Fernando Dias...

CA pledges reforming labour sector
CA pledges reforming labour sector

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Thursday said his government would carry out vital labour reforms in an effort to attract more foreign investment in the countrys manufacturing sector. He made the comments during a meeting with former British Prime Minister Theresa May on the sidelines...

Singapore envoy discusses trade, investment, and skilled labor with BNP leaders
Singapore envoy discusses trade, investment, and skilled labor with BNP leaders

Singapores non-resident High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Derek Loh, engaged in discussions with BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir on topics concerning to bilateral relations, trade, and investment. The hour-long meeting, which began around 9:30 pm, was held at the BNP...

Industrial production slumps amid investment crisis
Industrial production slumps amid investment crisis

The country is experiencing stagnant investment due to various issues, including high interest rates, instability in industrial zones and a power and energy crisis. This has stunted job creation, and industrial production has hit rock bottom. Amid the push to create extensive employment for...

Chief Adviser seeks more Saudi investment in Bangladesh
Chief Adviser seeks more Saudi investment in Bangladesh

Dhaka, Oct 28, 2024: Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Monday urged Saudi Arabia to invest more in Bangladesh and sought enhanced energy and economic cooperation to boost ties between the two friendly nations. The Chief Advisers made the call when Saudi Ambassador to Bangladesh Essa...

Tk 111 crore on paper, Tk 500 crore in reality
Tk 111 crore on paper, Tk 500 crore in reality

The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) is investigating former Finance Minister AHM Mustafa Kamal, also known as Lotus Kamal, over discrepancies in reported assets. The ACC has identified Tk 111 crore in assets on paper, but believes the true value could reach Tk 500 crore. To support its inquiry,...

CPD recommends tax incentives to attract Chinese investment in renewable energy
CPD recommends tax incentives to attract Chinese investment in renewable energy

The Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD) has emphasized crucial actions that Bangladesh should implement to attract Chinese investment in its renewable energy sector. These actions include offering tax breaks, reducing import tariffs, and making documentation processes more efficient. Dr. Khondaker...

Govt seeks increased Turkish investment
Govt seeks increased Turkish investment

Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus on Monday invited more Turkish investment in Bangladesh, saying Dhaka is now ready for business and both nations should explore full potential in their relationship, UNB reported. We should put in a big effort, he said when Turkish Ambassador to Bangladesh Ramis...