Starlink, the US telecom giant will provide live internet connectivity for a demonstration at Bangladesh Investment Summit on 9 April.
Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (Bida) Executive Chairman Chowdhury Ashik Mahmud Bin Harun announced during a press conference at Bangladesh Foreign Service Academy on Sunday.
The media briefing was arranged ahead of the “Bangladesh Investment Summit” scheduled to be held from 7-10 April at Hotel InterContinental Dhaka.
Chief Adviser Dr Muhammad Yunus will formally inaugurate the summit in the presence of ambassadors, top business executives, and policymakers on 9 April.
Speaking at the press briefing today, Bida chief Ashik Mahmud emphasised the importance of positioning Bangladesh as a global investment hub.
The summit aims to attract foreign direct investment (FDI) in key sectors of the economy and provide a platform for global investors to explore opportunities in Bangladesh.
The event has already garnered significant interest, with over 550 investors from 50 countries registering for participation alongside more than 2,500 Bangladeshi investors.
Several high-profile global business leaders will be attending, including Óscar García Maceiras, CEO of Zara Group; the CEO of Sultan Port; the Chairman of Dubai Economic Department; the Vice President of Samsung; the CEO of GO Brand; representatives from Meta and Uber; executives from Dawood Group (Pakistan); and venture capital firms like B Capital and Marubeni. Their presence highlights the increasing global interest in Bangladesh as a lucrative investment destination.
According to Bida, as part of the summit’s activities, big foreign investors along with the delegation of 26 members from South Korea will visit key industrial locations, including Chattogram, Mirsarai, and the Korean EPZ, on 7 April.
Additionally, a startup programme will take place at Hotel InterContinental Dhaka on the same day.
On 8 April, major foreign investors will visit the Japan Economic Zone in Araihazar, Narayanganj, to explore potential investment opportunities. The day will conclude with a parallel evening programme at Hotel InterContinental Dhaka.
A key feature of the summit will be a breakout session on energy, hosted by the European Union.
A matchmaking event will take place on 9 and 10 April, allowing foreign investors to engage directly with key stakeholders.
Additionally, designated rooms on the 2nd floor of the InterContinental Hotel will be allocated for the National Board of Revenue (NBR), Bangladesh Bank, and political leaders, providing international investors an opportunity to discuss policies and incentives.
The summit will focus on attracting FDI in five key sectors, including healthcare and garments.
To facilitate international collaboration, a MoU Corner will be set up, where agreements with organisations such as the International Labour Organization (ILO) and other entities will be signed.
Furthermore, a special cultural event will be organised on 9 April in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture, offering foreign investors an opportunity to experience Bangladesh’s rich heritage and traditions.
