Mutual Trust Bank hosts workshop on foreign direct investment

Mutual Trust Bank PLC, in association with its MNC Banking Department, recently organised a workshop on “Foreign Direct Investment in Bangladesh”.

The event brought together policymakers, regulators, foreign investors, and business leaders, to discuss strategies for strengthening Bangladesh’s investment climate and attracting sustainable foreign direct investment (FDI).

Air Vice Marshal (retd) Altaf Hossain Chowdhury, president of the Bangladesh-China Cultural, Economic & Mass Communication Centre and former minister for home and commerce, inaugurated the programme as the chief guest, according to a press release.

In his address, Chowdhury emphasised the importance of policy consistency, infrastructure development, and enhanced international cooperation to unlock Bangladesh’s full FDI potential.

Ziaur Rahman, managing director of Bay Group and a member of the Private Sector Advisory Council to the Prime Minister, attended the workshop and shared practical insights on improving the ease of doing business, strengthening investor confidence, and fostering collaboration between local and foreign investors.

Syed Mahbubur Rahman, managing director and CEO of the bank, highlighted the role of financial institutions in facilitating cross-border investment and supporting sustainable economic growth.

Chinese and Japanese investors, along with senior officials from Bangladesh Bank, also attended the workshop and shared their perspectives on regulatory reforms, investment facilitation, and emerging opportunities in Bangladesh.

Mohammad Mamun Faruk, head of the wholesale banking division, along with branch managers, senior relationship managers, and department heads of the bank, were also present.