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The low-income group hit hard by the Covid-19 pandemic needs more focus from the government now. Photo: Star Star Business Report Star Business Report
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Bangladesh needs to strengthen its competitiveness
FICCI suggests
25th February, 2021 11:06:28
Foreign Investors’ Chamber of Commerce and Industries (FICCI) has suggested that Bangladesh need to strengthen its competitiveness, including the necessary regulatory reforms, international cooperation, and develop skills and exploit opportunities.
The insights and suggestions have merged at a policy roundtable organised by the FICCI, with technical support of Policy Exchange Bangladesh.
Prime Ministers Private Industry and Investment Adviser Salman F Rahman was present at the programme as the chief guest while Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) Executive Member 1 attended as special guest.
FICCI President and Berger Managing Director Rupali Chowdhury chaired the programme.