He added, “We will continue to encourage the Bangladeshi government to ensure a fair and transparent legal process for Dr. Yunus as the appeals process continues, but I have no action to preview.” Another journalist drew Miller's attention to a recent allegation made by Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. He said, “Bangladesh's ruling Prime Minister […]
According to Bangladesh Bank data, total investment by Bangladeshis abroad increased last year, but net investment decreased. This is because a large amount of foreign investment was withdrawn last year. For example, Bangladeshis invested $22.2 million in Hong Kong last year. In comparison, $2.8 million was withdrawn from existing investments in the country. As a […]
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 […]
Migration is an intrinsic part of human history, often overshadowed by sensationalist narratives. However, the reality is much more nuanced than what makes the headlines. Most migration is regular, secure and regionally concentrated, directly linked to opportunities and livelihoods. Yet, misinformation and politicization have clouded the public discussion, making a clear and accurate portrayal of […]
The Prime Minister further said that the government has focused on controlling the current war induced inflation and reducing hardship for the people. “For this purpose, we have laid emphasis on increasing all types of production.” ITFC CEO Engineer Hani Salem said they will provide all possible support to realize Sheikh Hasina's 'Smart Bangladesh' vision […]
According to the capital markets regulatory body, BSEC, and financial reports of related companies, it is currently known that a total of Tk 2.2 billion of dividends are stuck in the country. These dividends belong to three multinational companies: Berger Paints Bangladesh, Marico Bangladesh, and Reckitt Benckiser Bangladesh. Among them, Berger’s has the highest amount […]
He said that Bangladeshis are in good demand in Italy as they work there with good reputation. “Italy is a very important country for us and Bangladeshi workers are working there with good reputation. We have to take advantage of this. The European Union also plans to help us in various areas,” he said. Meanwhile, […]
After the inauguration, there will be a plenary session on “Green Value Chain” featuring Chief Guest Abul Kalam Azad, Co-Chair Smart Bangladesh Network and former Principal Secretary, Former Principal Coordinator (SDG), Prime Minister’s Office and keynote speaker Professor Imran . Rahman, Vice Chancellor, University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh. The session moderated by Javed Akhtar, Director […]
The country is currently going through various economic crises. Due to the dollar crisis, traders are struggling to import goods. But despite this crisis, eight business groups of the country have joined the billion dollar club. These eight industrial groups are Meghna Group of Industries (MGI), Citi Group, Abul Khair Group, S Alam Group, TK […]
Sheikh Hasina said that almost all sectors are open for investment in Bangladesh. But among them, he said, more investments are encouraged in agricultural commodities and food processing, leather and leather goods processing, medical equipment, automobile and shipbuilding, and ICT. “These sectors have promising investment facilities, including an easy process to repatriate dividends or profits […]
The Prime Minister of Bangladesh and the President of Mozambique held “bilateral discussions” on possibilities of cooperation in energy, agriculture, agro-processing industries and contract farming on the sidelines of the BRICS Africa Outreach and BRICS Plus Dialogues on August 24, 2023.Twitter handle Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Bangladesh
Chinese tech firm keen to set up router factory in Bangladesh
The Prime Minister said that Bangladesh and Japan celebrated the 50th anniversary of the establishment of our bilateral diplomatic relations last year, adding, “We are now looking forward to taking our relations to a new height in the next 50 years.” He said that even under the pressure of the COVID-19 pandemic, bilateral trade with […]
The eighth MOC is the MOC in the field of information and communication technology involving cyber security between the ICT Division, Ministry of Posts Telecommunications and Information Technology and Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan. Agriculture Minister Muhammad Abdur Razzaq, National Board of Revenue Chairman (Senior Secretary) Abu Hena Muhammad Rahmatul Munim, Commerce Ministry Senior […]
When the whole world got paralyzed due to the Covid pandemic, Hasan said, “Our country has taken the position of the country with the third highest GDP growth among only 20 countries in the world. In Japan’s Nikkei Research survey, Bangladesh ranks fifth in the world and top in Asia in the fight against Corona. […]