Staff Report :
Announcements of an upcoming election have renewed investor confidence in Bangladesh, dispelling uncertainty and prompting preparations for new investments, said Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury, BNP Standing Committee member.
He made the remarks during a session titled “Bangladesh’s Economic Context: Growth and Potential” at the Foreign Investors Summit 2025, organised by BRAC EPL Stock Brokerage Limited on Wednesday in Dhaka. Khosru highlighted that news of the election has reached both domestic and international entrepreneurs, citing the presence of a large Japanese delegation at the summit as evidence of growing interest.
Khosru emphasised that sustainable economic growth requires increased investment and a strong capital market for long-term financing, noting that relying on loans or printing money is not viable. He also underscored the importance of branding, providing technical and economic support, and ensuring direct access to global markets for investors.
During the opening session, Anisuzzaman Chowdhury, special assistant to the Chief Adviser for Finance, observed that unlike many countries experiencing economic disruptions after government changes, Bangladesh has maintained GDP stability and seen a decline in inflation – an achievement he described as “miraculous.” He also noted the success of the capital market, ranking third among Asian countries last month, reflecting a strong and recovering economy.
Anisuzzaman added that the interim government is focused on building a robust and well-governed capital market and encouraged both foreign and domestic investors to consider Bangladesh as a favourable destination for long-term investment.
The panel discussion featured M Masrur Reaz, chairman of Policy Exchange Bangladesh; Md Saifuddin, CFA, Commissioner of BSEC; Takao Hirose, managing director of Contextual Investment LLC; and Ruchir Desai, CFA, Fund Manager at Asia Frontier Investment Limited. The summit was attended by investors, business representatives, capital market experts, and policymakers from various countries.
