Titumir: Agricultural Development Key to Bangladesh's $1 Trillion Economy by 2034

Bangladesh Bank has established a Tk 3,000 crore refinancing fund to foster the development of an agro-based economic centre in the northern region, aimed at enhancing the agricultural value chain.

Prime Minister’s Adviser on Finance and Planning Prof Dr Rashed Al Mahmud Titumir has assured that the country’s gas supply situation will return to normal within a few days due to increased imports.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman emphasizes the need to rebuild Bangladesh, aligning national development plans with the Sustainable Development Goals.

Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister Afroza Khanam announced plans to elevate the tourism sector's GDP contribution to 6-7% by developing Cox's Bazar into a regional hub.

The FY27 budget in Bangladesh aligns closely with BIDA's proposals, signaling continued investment-friendly policies.

State Minister for Primary and Mass Education Bobby Hajjaj has called on Japanese investors to consider Bangladesh as a prime investment destination, citing its strategic location and economic potential.

Commerce Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir reports that Indian and US businesses are keen to invest in Bangladesh and have proposed measures to enhance the investment climate.

Finance and Planning Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury said Bangladesh’s economy has turned around from a difficult situation, attributing the achievement to the country’s private sector-led growth model.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman announced the government's commitment to transforming Bangladesh into a welfare state through various people-oriented initiatives.

Bangladesh is embarking on an ambitious journey to transform its aviation sector into a regional hub, aiming to support the nation's trillion-dollar economy vision by 2034.

Karnaphuli Export Processing Zone (KEPZ) has marked two decades of success with exports surpassing $14 billion.

The country's food grain stock has seen a substantial increase of 148,484 metric tonnes over the past six months.

A forthcoming consumer inflation report could lead the Federal Reserve to increase interest rates for the first time in over three years.

The government has repaid a record US$2.0476 billion in principal and interest on foreign loans in just five months after the BNP government took office.

The Cabinet has approved customs duty and tax exemptions for solar equipment imports and a new investment agreement with Hong Kong.

Bangladesh's overall inflation rate slightly decreased to 8.26 percent in August, driven by lower food inflation.

Despite the challenges posed by legacy loans, the Bangladeshi government is successfully servicing its foreign debt.

Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury announced comprehensive government support for farmers, including loan waivers and soft credit terms.

Bangladesh Bank has increased the annual foreign exchange entitlement for Bangladeshi citizens travelling abroad to $18,000 from $12,000.

State Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Shaikh Faridul Islam visited the Rajshahi Silk Factory, touring production activities and receiving a briefing on industry development.

Mahdi Amin, Adviser to the Prime Minister for Labour and Employment, emphasizes sustainable security, dignity, and fair opportunities for working people in Bangladesh.

A ferry carrying 243 people capsized off the coast of Java, resulting in six confirmed deaths and 129 missing.

Jatiya Sangsad Speaker Hafiz Uddin Ahmad, Bir Bikram, has accused the currently banned Awami League of bringing disaster to Bangladesh, stealing the country's reserves, and transferring them to the Philippines.

State Minister for Health and Family Welfare Dr MA Muhit announced major state investment in technology-driven innovation and research to overhaul the country's healthcare system.

Nazimur Rahman, Chattogram metropolitan BNP general secretary, underscores the essential role of Kaptai Lake in the environment, economy, and livelihoods of Chattogram Hill Tracts residents.

Thousands of Kenyans gathered in Nairobi for a major opposition rally, signaling growing discontent with President William Ruto ahead of the 2027 election.

France's interior minister has called for caution as authorities investigate the derailment of a train that injured 44 people, amid questions over whether the incident could have been an act of sabotage.

The 48th founding anniversary of Bangladesh Jatiyatabadi Mohila Dal was celebrated in Rajshahi with various programs.

House Speaker Mike Johnson warns that over-regulating AI could hand China the tech advantage.

Standard Chartered Bangladesh recently convened the inaugural Financial Markets Leadership Forum, bringing together regulators and nearly 200 industry leaders to discuss the evolving financial markets landscape.

President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir emphasized that the rights and dignity of all communities in Bangladesh, regardless of religion or caste, will be ensured through a firmly established democracy.

Intense fighting in Yemen between government forces and Houthi rebels has displaced nearly 86,000 people, according to the United Nations.

Today marks the 122nd birth anniversary of Syed Mujtaba Ali, a renowned Bengali writer, journalist, linguist, and a key figure in the Bengali language movement.

State Minister for Foreign Affairs Humaiun Kobir today emphasized Bangladesh's desire to 'reset' its relationship with India through direct bilateral engagement.

The Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) saw a significant drop as investor worries over the market's near-term outlook and ongoing crises deepened.

President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir emphasized the need for stronger Bangladesh-Pakistan ties, particularly in trade, investment, and education.

The United Nations reports that over 2,000 people have fled to Djibouti due to escalating conflict in Yemen.

A Russian drone reportedly struck a Warsaw-bound train near the Ukrainian-Polish border, causing no casualties.

Former Liverpool playmaker Philippe Coutinho is set to join Neymar at Santos, reuniting the Brazilian duo.