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Canadian businesses urged to invest in Mirsarai Economic Zone

Canadian businesses can make profit by investing in the Mirsarai Economic Zone in Chattogram, which offers long-term land allocation for industrial use, said Commerce Adviser Sk Bashir Uddin.He said this during a meeting with the visiting Indo-Pacific trade delegation from Canada at the commerce ministry in Dhaka on Sunday. Canadian...

ADB scales up food security support to $40b for Asia-Pacific

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) on Sunday announced plans to expand its support to long-term food and nutrition security in Asia and the Pacific by US$26 billion, bringing its total funding for food security initiatives to $40 billion over 2022-2030.The proposed assistance would fund a comprehensive program spanning the entire...

bKash launches Mother's Day campaign

bKash is offering an exciting chance to enjoy dinner with actress Mehazabien Chowdhury at a luxurious five-star hotel, along with mother, by sharing special moments together through photos and short stories. Marking this year's Mother's Day, bKash has launched 'Magical Moment, Wrapped in Mother's Love' campaign to celebrate the eternal...

MIDLAND BANK INAUGURATED ASHULIA SUB BRANCH

Midland Bank PLC (MDB) inaugurated its Ashulia Sub-Branch at Ashraf Plaza, East Jamgora, Savar, Dhaka, on Sunday. Md Ahsan-uz Zaman, Managing Director & CEO of the bank, inaugurated the sub-branch as the chief guest along with other officials and guests.

Islami Bank launches month-long campaign-

Islami Bank Bangladesh PLC launched a month-long campaign on 'NPL Recovery and Deposit Mobilisation.' Md. Omar Faruk Khan, managing director (current charge) of the bank, inaugurated the campaign as the chief guest at Islami Bank Tower recently. Md. Altaf Hossain, additional managing director, presided over the programme.

Jamuna Bank signs Agreement with Universal Medical College & Hospital

Jamuna Bank PLC and Universal Medical College & Hospital Limited signed a Corporate Health Agreement at Jamuna Bank Tower in Dhaka recently. The agreement was signed by Mirza Elias Uddin Ahmed, Managing Director & CEO of Jamuna Bank, and Dr. Ashish Kumar Chakraborty, Managing Director of Universal Medical College &...

RUPALI BANK RELOCATES ITS HEAD OFFICE

Rupali Bank PLC has temporarily relocated its head office to the Eunoos Trade Centre at Dilkusha in Dhaka due to ongoing renovation and retrofitting of its existing premises. Managing Director of the bank Kazi Md Wahidul Islam along with other officials inaugurated the relocated office on Sunday.

FSIB hosts 'Retreat Programme' for executives

First Security Islami Bank PLC (FSIB) organised a two-day `Retreat Program' for Executives at its Training Institute Saturday. Mohammad Abdul Mannan, Chairman of the bank, was present as the chief guest while Abu Reza Md. Yeahia, Managing Director (Current Charge), presided over the event.

Padma Bank's 125th Board meeting held

The Board meeting of Padma Bank PLC was held recently, with its Chairman Md. Shawkat Ali Khan in the chair. The meeting was conducted by Padma Bank Chief Executive Officer Kazi Md. Talha (Current Charge). Directors of Padma Bank -- Janata Bank's Managing Director Md. Mazibur Rahman, Rupali Bank's Managing...

Asian spot LNG prices fall to 1-year low on weak demand

LONDON, May 2 (Reuters): Prices of Asian spot liquefied natural gas (LNG) fell this week to a new one-year low on weak demand and as trade wars raise concerns over long-term Asian demand.The average LNG price for June delivery into north-east Asia was at $11.00 per million British thermal units...

New era for Berkshire investors as Buffett hands over baton

OMAHA, May 04 (Reuters): Berkshire Hathaway shareholders mourning the departure of legendary investor Warren Buffett anticipate the conglomerate he built over 60 years will retain its long-term focus and culture but worry about the loss of Buffett's vision and star power.Following Buffett's surprise announcement on Saturday that he would step...