international economic forum - October 16, 2026

PM Calls for Transforming Economic Zones into Green Industrial Hubs

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman emphasized the necessity of balancing rapid industrial expansion with environmental conservation to transform the economic zones of Bangladesh into sustainable, modern, and investor-friendly hubs. PM Tarique Rahman

PM Foresees Economic Turnaround in 4-5 Years through Public-Private Partnership

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman expressed optimism on Saturday that Bangladesh's economic landscape could undergo a positive transformation within four to five years, provided the public and private sectors collaborate effectively

US Envoy Sergio Gor Arrives in Dhaka for High-Level Security and Economic Talks

United States President Donald Trump's Special Envoy on South and Central Asian Affairs, Ambassador Sergio Gor, commenced his inaugural official visit to Bangladesh on Thursday, a mission intended to reinforce

India-EU FTA a 'Game Changer' for Economic Ties: German Envoy

The proposed Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the European Union (EU) will serve as a "game changer" for bilateral economic relations by expanding trade, accelerating investments, and facilitating

Dhaka, European Diplomats Seek Deeper Economic and Strategic Ties

Bangladesh and several of its European allies on Thursday consolidated their dedication to enhancing historical relations following extensive talks aimed at widening economic ties and strategic alliances across key areas

ADB Projects Bangladesh GDP Growth at 3.7% in FY26, Citing Economic Resilience

Bangladesh’s economy is maintaining its resilience in the face of ongoing domestic and global challenges, bolstered heavily by robust remittance inflows and steady activity within the services sector, according to

China Aims to Build Economic Corridor with Bangladesh and Myanmar: Chinese Envoy

Chinese Ambassador to Bangladesh Yao Wen on Thursday stated that China is determined to build an economic corridor with Bangladesh and Myanmar, highlighting the critical importance of regional connectivity while

China Proposes Regional Economic Corridor Linking Bangladesh, Myanmar and China

Following high-level bilateral talks in Beijing, China has proposed the development of an economic corridor linking Bangladesh, Myanmar and China, a landmark initiative aimed at bolstering regional connectivity, trade and

PM Announces Bangladesh’s First 'Investment Office' in China

In a bid to bring services directly to the doorsteps of Chinese entrepreneurs and streamline bilateral trade, Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has announced that Bangladesh will soon open its first-ever

Red Carpet Rolled Out as PM Arrives in Beijing

A red carpet was rolled out as Prime Minister Tarique Rahman arrived in Beijing from Dalian by a bullet train after participating at the World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting

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