Bangladesh Tops South Asia in FDI Growth in 2025: UNCTAD Report

Bangladesh and India are working to enhance their economic partnership by addressing trade barriers, easing visa processes, and promoting joint ventures in infrastructure and technology.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman attended the Revenue Conference 2026 as the chief guest, focusing on enhancing revenue collection and tax administration.

Turkmenistan has expressed interest in supporting Bangladesh's energy security as the two countries agreed to deepen bilateral cooperation in trade, investment, energy, and other potential sectors.

Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury announced the government's plan to explore alternative financing sources to restructure the country’s financing framework.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman emphasized the need to maximize the use of Bangladesh's water resources to enhance fisheries production, generate employment, and increase fish exports.

The Bangladesh Public Procurement Authority (BPPA) has a clear roadmap for developing e-GP Version 2.0 to build a modern, citizen-centric, and technology-driven public procurement system.

Acting President Hafiz Uddin Ahmad has emphasized the need for collective efforts from all stakeholders to sustainably develop Bangladesh's fisheries sector.

The Trading Corporation of Bangladesh (TCB) is set to launch a pilot program selling essential commodities at lower prices outside the Smart Family Card system.

Asian Development Bank Vice-President Yingming Yang concluded a five-day visit to Bangladesh, advancing discussions on the next Country Partnership Strategy and supporting the Integrated Growth Network Development initiative.

Spain's inflation rate reached 3.6% in July, up from 3.2% in June, driven by increased energy costs.

Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Iqbal Hassan Mahmood announced that the ongoing energy crisis in Bangladesh is expected to ease soon with the repair of a Floating Storage Regasification Unit (FSRU) and the arrival of LNG cargoes.

The Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD) has proposed a multi-tier strategy to tackle Bangladesh's mounting energy crisis, emphasizing immediate, medium- and long-term measures.

Posts, Telecommunications and Information Technology Minister Faqir Mahbub Anam stressed the importance of information integrity for a trusted digital society in Bangladesh.

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on the Ministry of Commerce held its first meeting at the Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban, focusing on the activities of the Bangladesh Competition Commission and measures to reduce government subsidies.

Survivors report at least 24 people killed in an attack by gunmen in Nigeria's Plateau state, amid ongoing communal violence.

International Master Mohammad Fahad Rahman of Bangladesh split a point with Woman Grandmaster Valeria Kleymenova of Russia in the third round of the 32nd Abu Dhabi International Chess Festival.

CII Mission on Infrastructure, Trade and Investment Chairman Vinayak Chatterjee has proposed forming two high-level Business-to-Business (B2B) taskforces to deepen economic cooperation between Bangladesh and India, particularly in infrastructure and emerging technology sectors.

Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapon emphasizes the importance of public awareness and proper policies to prevent the negative impacts and misuse of technology, including artificial intelligence (AI).

United Commercial Bank (UCB) and Bangladesh Bank (BB) have partnered to expand financing for farmers, rural entrepreneurs, and businesses, aiming to enhance agricultural production, food security, and employment opportunities in rural areas.

Grameenphone has contributed Tk 24.60 crore to the Bangladesh Labour Welfare Foundation Fund, fulfilling its obligation under the Bangladesh Labour Act.

Bangladesh Bank has directed all scheduled banks to allow foreign nationals working under employment visas to open bank accounts.

The government has intensified its efforts to shut down illegal healthcare facilities across the country.

Pakistan's Supreme Court has ordered the transfer of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan to a hospital for medical checks following a petition by his lawyers citing poor health.

Pakistan's Supreme Court has ordered the transfer of former Prime Minister Imran Khan from jail to a hospital for medical checks.

Unidentified aircraft struck an out-of-service military airfield in northwest Syria where Syrian defence ministry forces are present, according to a security source.

Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman has left Dhaka for Qatar on a two-day official visit, accompanied by a high-level government delegation.

A Russian attack on the Kharkiv region in northeast Ukraine has resulted in the deaths of 10 people, according to the local governor.

Australian cricket great David Warner has been fined and ordered to use a vehicle breathalyser lock after admitting to drink driving.

Zion Suzuki is set to become the first Japanese goalkeeper in Premier League history, joining Aston Villa for a record 35 million euros.

Japan's Defence Minister, Shinjiro Koizumi, has emphasized the critical importance of cooperation among Japan, the United States, and South Korea for regional security amid changing geopolitical dynamics.