It remains unclear if the summit’s promises will bring real change, and consequently greater investments, or simply fade away like many before them
Both broad reforms and targeted interventions are necessary
The four-day Bangladesh Investment Summit concluded yesterday, creating interest among foreign investors, but they raised concerns over access to resources, policy continuity and corruption.
World Bank report on Bangladesh's investment prospects should be taken seriously
Reversing the unsatisfactory FDI trend requires bold, forward-thinking policies and decisive action.
The Bangladesh Bank overstated the net foreign direct investment data by $5.7 billion between fiscal 2019-20 and 2022-23.
Although the reforms have just started, some positive results are already visible.
Chinese company Sanxin Accessories MFC BD Ltd will invest $22.92 million to set up an interlining and garment accessories unit at the Bepza economic zone of the Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Shilpa Nagar (BSMSN) in Chattogram.
Bangladesh is a nation on the rise. Over the last decade, we have witnessed a remarkable transformation in our economic, social and political spheres, overcoming challenges such as poverty, natural disasters, political instability and security threats.
Bangladesh received 41 percent lower equity capital from foreign investors in fiscal year (FY) 2022-23 compared to a year ago
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today urged the Japanese businessmen to make larger investment in Bangladesh.
The economy needs firm handling to ensure the situation doesn't turn into a crisis.
Foreign Direct Investment in Bangladesh hit a three-year high last year, enabling the nation to stay as the second most favoured destination in the subcontinent after India, said World Investment Report 2022.
