Corruption a hindrance to business, corrective measures needed: IBFB

He described the budget as realistic and implementable, but stressed the need for good governance and proper monitoring to overcome the challenges. Further, he emphasized on clear direction and planning in the budget to enhance efficiency, transparency, accountability and overall monitoring standards. The IBFB expressed concern about the inflation target set in the proposed budget. […]

US-Bangladesh trade relations: Insights from former US diplomat Atul Keshap

Prothom Hello , A business-friendly environment is the key to attracting FDI. When Washington talks about a business-friendly environment, apart from regulatory issues, the issue of corruption is also a major concern. The US-Bangladesh Council promotes competitive and transparent business in Bangladesh. So did you raise the issue of creating a more business-friendly environment during […]

US Assistant Secretary of State Donald Trump to discuss trade and investment during Dhaka visit

US Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs Donald Trump is scheduled to arrive in Dhaka on Tuesday on a three-day visit. He will discuss trade and investment, security, climate change, citizens' rights and other priority issues with government officials and other non-government stakeholders. Diplomatic sources said Donald Lu is scheduled to […]

Institutions were made dysfunctional, difficult to fix even after 53 years

In a virtual speech, Ali Riaz, distinguished professor of politics and government at Illinois State University, said the country held elections in three phases while institutions gradually eroded. Professor Rashed Al Mahmood Titumir of Dhaka University's Department of Development Studies observed that a club of businessmen was sharing public assets among themselves. Former Cabinet Secretary […]