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VEON plans $250m investment in BD

VEON Group, the parent company of mobile operator Banglalink, is planning to invest $250 million in Bangladesh as part of a wider initiative to support the country's digital economy and attract foreign investment.The proposal was discussed during a meeting between VEON Founder and Chairman Augie K Fabela II and Prime...

British American Tobacco cost-cutting hits 9,000 roles

British American Tobacco plans to cut about 20 per cent of its workforce as it pursues an AI-driven overhaul to lower costs and lift profits amid regulatory challenges and delayed launches, reports Reuters.The maker of Lucky Strike and Dunhill cigarettes said on Monday it would cut around 5,500 jobs and...

Bangladesh needs to tap its blue economy potential: Experts

Bangladesh should focus more on the vast, untapped potential of the blue economy to emerge as a major seafood exporter within the next few years.For doing so, there is a need for greater coordination among stakeholders, drawing more foreign direct investment, and building local capacity in specialised sectors like deep-sea...

BD export potential showcased in Korea Import Expo

Bangladesh showcased its growing export potential and investment opportunities at the three-day Korea Import Expo 2026 in Seoul, reports BSS.Organised by the Korea-Bangladesh Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KBCCI) in collaboration with the Embassy of Bangladesh in Seoul, the exhibition was held at COEX Hall B from June 23 to...

Asia Pacific General Insurance achieves 'AAA' credit rating

Asia Pacific General Insurance PLC has been awarded the highest credit rating "AAA" by Alpha Credit Rating PLC recently.The highest credit rating "AAA" reveals the exceptionally strong capacity and ST- 1 reveals the highest claims paying ability with a stable look, says a press release.The rating has been awarded on...

BANK ASIA PARTNERS WITH RADISSON BLU CHATTOGRAM

Bank Asia has recently partnered with Radisson Blu Chattogram Bay View Hotel in Chattogram to offer exclusive stay privileges for its credit cardholders. As part of this exciting collaboration, cardholders can now enjoy a special "Pay 1, Stay 2 Nights" offer at the luxury resort. This offer will remain valid...

MIDLAND BANK LAUNCHES E-LOAN

Midland Bank PLC. (MDB) has formally launched MDB e-Loan, a fully digital loan facility designed to provide customers with quick, convenient, and hassle-free access to financing through the Midland Online App. The launching ceremony was held at the Bank's Head Office in Dhaka. The event was attended by Imtiaz U....

COMMUNITY BANK OBSERVES INTERNATIONAL MSME DAY

Community Bank Bangladesh PLC observed International MSME Day 2026 at its head office, branches, and sub-branches across the country in accordance with the directives of Bangladesh Bank, reaffirming its commitment to the development of the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise (MSME) sector. To mark the occasion, the bank organised a...

40TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF DELTA LIFE INSURANCE HELD

The 40th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Delta Life Insurance Company Ltd was held virtually on Monday. Chairman of the Board of Directors Hafiz Ahmed Mazumder presided over the AGM. Independent Director Barrister Fida M. Kamal, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Finance, Azimuddin Biswas along with members of the board of...