Semiconductor push: BD outlines vision to join global tech value chain
Bangladesh has unveiled a strategic roadmap for development of its promising semiconductor industry, aiming to position itself as a competitive player in the global technology value chain. The National Semiconductor Taskforce, formed on 1 January 2025 under the guidance of the Chief Adviser's Office, has submitted 23 key recommendations, focusing...
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BTMA urges withdrawal of AIT on cotton imports
Bangladesh's primary textile industry is feared to head towards a serious disruption, the Bangladesh Textile Mills Association (BTMA) has warned, calling for urgent policy reversals to safeguard local spinning mills from collapse and maintain competitiveness in the global market.The association has urged the government to immediately withdraw the 2.0 per...
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ICAB DRC gets new chairman, secretary
Mahmudur Rahman has been elected Chairman of the Dhaka Regional Committee (DRC) of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Bangladesh (ICAB) and Md Akizur Rahman its secretary, with effect from June 24.They were elected at a meeting of the committee. Mahmudur Rahman is the immediate past secretary and currently serving...
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Indonesia keen to import jute, jute goods: Envoy
RAJSHAHI, July 3 (BSS): Indonesian Ambassador to Bangladesh Arif Suyoko has said that his country is interested in importing jute and jute goods from Bangladesh.He also said they are exploring investment prospects and looking to enhance bilateral cooperation in the sectors of jute and agriculture.The Indonesian envoy made the remarks...
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Islami Bank signs agreement with Daffodil Computers
A corporate agreement has been signed between Islami Bank Bangladesh PLC and Daffodil Computers PLC. Under this agreement, all types of payments to Daffodil Computers can be made through Islami Bank's digital payment platform -- Cellfin and iPay Safe payment gateway. In presence of Mohammad Jamal Uddin Mazumder, Additional Managing...
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Midland Bank and Fantasy Kingdom sign MoU
Midland Bank PLC (MDB) signed a MoU with Fantasy Kingdom, a premier amusement park and entertainment venue that offers a world of excitement and magic. Uzzal Kumer Basak, DGM, Marketing of Concord Entertainment Company Ltd, and Md. Rashed Akter, Head of Retail Distribution Division of Midland Bank, signed the MoU...
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