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At a glance
- Bangladesh is developing a one-stop service system to streamline business approvals and investment procedures.
- The initiative was discussed during a meeting between Prime Minister Tarique Rahman and a delegation from Japan's Mitsui & Co.
- The government aims to attract foreign investment by offering an investment-friendly policy and full cooperation.
The Bangladeshi government is actively working to establish a one-stop service system designed to expedite business approvals and simplify investment procedures for foreign companies. This initiative aims to create a more attractive environment for investors by consolidating services from various agencies.
The progress of this plan was a key topic during a meeting between Prime Minister Tarique Rahman and a delegation from Mitsui & Co., a prominent Japanese trading and investment firm. During the discussion, the government reiterated its commitment to an investment-friendly policy, pledging full cooperation to encourage and expand foreign investment in the country.
Discussions during the meeting, held at the Prime Minister's Office, focused on investment prospects and potential expansion opportunities across various sectors. These include food, agriculture, energy, and information and communication technology (ICT). The government's move to centralize services under a single system is intended to allow investors to complete all necessary business operations and approval processes efficiently and smoothly.
Mitsui & Co., which has global operations in logistics, infrastructure, metals, energy, and food trade, was represented by several key executives, including Makoto Sato, executive vice president and CEO of the Asia Pacific Business Unit. The Bangladeshi side included the Finance Minister, the Prime Minister's Adviser, and the Finance Secretary, underscoring the high-level attention given to attracting foreign capital.
Originally published by Daily Star. Summarized and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.