Briefing 31-10-2021

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FE Team | Published: October 30, 2021 23:02:58

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CSE asked to work on commodity bourse
The securities regulator has asked Chittagong Stock Exchange (CSE) to ensure infrastructure facilities and capacity, among others, before commencing full-fledged operations at the first commodity exchange in Bangladesh. Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) on Thursday delivered its instructions through a primary consent letter issued to the port- city bourse. Page 9
France's trust can be regained by deeds
US President Joe Biden said his government's handling of a security agreement with Australia and Britain had been "clumsy" and sought to turn the page during his first meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron since a diplomatic crisis last month between Washington and its oldest ally. Page 14
Roadshow opens in UK to attract FDI
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is expected to inaugurate a roadshow in the United Kingdom (UK) on Thursday to attract more foreign direct investment in Bangladesh. Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC), in partnership with Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) and Bangladesh High Commission in London, is going to organise the roadshow titled 'Bangladesh Investment Summit 2021: Building Sustainable Growth Partnership'. Page 24
Govt weighing ADR clauses in contracts
The government is considering incorporating appropriate clauses for arbitration and mediation in all government contracts, Law Minister Anisul Huq said on Saturday. In the wake of the Covid-19, the government has enacted the 'Use of Information Technology by the Court Act 2020' to carry out trials. Page 17