Bangladesh drew $1.8 billion in greenfield foreign direct investment (FDI) in the logistics sector between 2019 and 2024—representing just 4.9% of South Asia’s total inflows—according to a joint study by the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and GlobalData. The report, released in June and posted on the Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) website, highlights the country’s modest performance in attracting logistics-related investments despite its growing trade potential.
Japan’s ODA surge in Bangladesh
Bangladesh's super-fast rise on Japan’s ODA landscape is a significant development in South Asia. Japan’s ODA to Bangladesh began to rise from 2012 onwards, from a mere $78 million in 2011 to $305 million in 2012, and this trend has continued since then, with one analyst suggesting Japan provided $16.19 billion in foreign aid to Bangladesh up to 2021.
Japan’s ODA increases have happened in tandem with Bangladesh’s economic growth, rise in bilateral trade and recognition of its strategic importance for maritime security. Sheikh Hasina’...
Japan’s ODA increases have happened in tandem with Bangladesh’s economic growth, rise in bilateral trade and recognition of its strategic importance for maritime security. Sheikh Hasina’...
