UK to boost investment in Bangladesh’s growth

Business Report :

Bangladesh and the United Kingdom (UK) have reinforced their long-standing economic partnership through high-level discussions on trade and investment, with a focus on education, aviation, and renewable energy.

UK Investment Minister Baroness Gustafsson of Chesterton CBE recently met with Executive Chairman of the Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) and the Bangladesh Economic Zones Authority (BEZA) Chowdhury Ashik Mahmud Bin Harun to explore ways to expand foreign direct investment (FDI) and strengthen business ties, says a press release.
Ashik Chowdhury held a series of meetings with senior UK officials, leading businesses and Non-Resident Bangladeshis in London from March 10-13.

The executive chairman said, “This visit reaffirms the strong and long-standing economic partnership between Bangladesh and the United Kingdom.”

“Our discussions focused on expanding investment in both services and manufacturing sectors. The UK’s continued support to improve Bangladesh’s investment climate was evident in our engagements with government officials and business leaders,” he added.

During the meeting, UK’s Trade Envoy for Bangladesh the Baroness Winterton of Doncaster DBE expressed strong interest in the Bangladesh Investment Summit 2025, highlighting the UK’s commitment to deepening economic engagement.