PM Joins FICCI FDI Conference to Boost Investment

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Thursday joined the FICCI FDI Conference 2026, reaffirming the government's commitment to attracting greater foreign direct investment (FDI) to create jobs and drive sustainable economic growth.

The day-long conference, titled "FICCI FDI Conference 2026: Driving Foreign Investment for Jobs and Prosperity in Bangladesh," began at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Conference Centre (BCFCC) in Dhaka.

Before formally inaugurating the event, the Prime Minister toured the Investors' Expo and interacted with representatives of participating companies and organisations.

Organised by the Foreign Investors' Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), the conference comes as Bangladesh prepares for graduation from the Least Developed Country (LDC) category and seeks to strengthen its position as an attractive destination for foreign investment.

Organisers said closer collaboration between investors and policymakers is essential to improving the business environment, enhancing investor confidence and sustaining economic growth in the post-LDC graduation era.

Around 600 delegates from Bangladesh and abroad are attending the conference, including senior government officials, policymakers, regulators, diplomats, development partners, executives of multinational companies, foreign and local investors, business leaders and media representatives.

The conference is focusing on measures to improve Bangladesh's investment climate, boost competitiveness and make doing business easier. Participants are also discussing opportunities and challenges in attracting higher levels of foreign direct investment.

A FICCI FDI Report was unveiled during the event, offering analysis and policy recommendations aimed at strengthening the country's investment environment and supporting long-term economic growth.

The conference also highlights the contribution of foreign investors to Bangladesh's economy, identifies key challenges faced by multinational companies and underscores the need for policy reforms to foster a more investment-friendly business climate.