Staff Reporter :
Bangladesh is preparing to host an international investment summit in Dhaka next April, which is expected to feature prominent global business leaders, including Elon Musk from the United States.
Government sources have disclosed that invitations have been extended to several influential figures in the global business community. The high-profile summit is set to take place over three days in mid-April, with Elon Musk anticipated to attend.
“The government is optimistic about Musk’s participation. Recently, his senior security team visited Dhaka to finalize preliminary arrangements,” an official stated on Wednesday.
Elon Musk, recognized as the world’s wealthiest individual, has recently reached a historic milestone with a fortune exceeding $400 billion, as reported by Bloomberg. The rapid growth of his companies, Tesla and SpaceX, has played a significant role in elevating his financial status.
The Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) is organizing the summit with strong backing from government and administrative entities. Preparations are well underway, with a comprehensive agenda and an exclusive guest list being finalized.
Among the invitees, Jeff Bezos, founder of Amazon, and Larry Ellison, co-founder of Oracle, are also expected to join the event.
BIDA intends to leverage the global influence of Nobel laureate Dr. Muhammad Yunus to enhance the summit’s profile and attract substantial foreign investment.
This summit is seen as a strategic move to position Bangladesh as a global investment hub. Officials have expressed confidence that this event could mark a turning point in the nation’s economic trajectory.
Adding to the momentum, the recent re-election of U.S. President Donald Trump has positively impacted Elon Musk’s ventures, as Musk played a notable role in Trump’s campaign. Favorable U.S. market conditions are anticipated to further boost Musk’s businesses.
Meanwhile, Indian-origin tech leader Sriram Krishnan has been appointed to a key position in the White House’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) policy-making committee.
This appointment reflects the increasing prominence of AI in shaping global policies. Krishnan’s contributions are expected to influence future AI regulatory frameworks significantly.
Bangladesh has hosted several investment summits in the past, though their outcomes have fallen short of expectations. Officials are hopeful that this event will be a transformative moment for the nation. “It’s going to be a game-changer for Bangladesh!” an official remarked enthusiastically.
