Bangladesh Investment Summit 2025: Driving Economic Growth

The Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) has announced that the Bangladesh Investment Summit 2025 will take place from April 7 to 10 at Hotel InterContinental Dhaka.

The summit aims to showcase Bangladesh's investment potential, highlight the economic reforms following the July revolution, and create long-term investment pipelines for sustainable economic growth.

During a press briefing at the Foreign Service Academy, BIDA's Executive Chairman, Mr Ashik Chowdhury, shared that the summit has already attracted over 2,300 registered participants from 50 countries, including more than 550 foreign investors. The top participating countries include China, the US, the UK, India, Singapore, and Japan. The event will serve as a platform for global investors to explore Bangladesh's evolving economic landscape, strengthened regulatory framework, and sector-specific opportunities.

Several high-profile business leaders will be attending, including Óscar García Maceiras, CEO of Zara Group; Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Chairman of DP World; Rosy Winterton, Baroness and UK trade representative; Kyeongsu Lee, VP of Samsung C&T; JunSeok Han, CEO of Giordano; Steven Kobos, CEO of Excelerate Energy; Mike Orgill, Head of Public Policy for Uber Asia Pacific; and Sarim Aziz, Director of Public Policy at Meta. The summit will also feature participation from venture capital firms such as B Capital, Gobi, Conjunction, Marubeni, and GFR, focusing on startup investments and digital economy expansion.

As part of the summit's activities, 26 members from South Korea will visit Chattogram, Mirsarai, and the Korean EPZ on April 7, providing foreign investors with an on-ground view of Bangladesh's investment landscape. A startup-focused event will also occur on the same day at Hotel InterContinental Dhaka. On April 8, international investors will visit the Bangladesh Special Economic Zone (BSEZ) in Araihazar, Narayanganj, followed by an evening networking session.

The main event will be inaugurated on April 9 by the Chief Advisor to the Government of Bangladesh, alongside ambassadors, policymakers, and business executives. The day's agenda includes the Youth Entrepreneurship Expo and a breakout session on renewable energy hosted by the European Union and UNDP. A cultural night with the Ministry of Culture will showcase Bangladesh's rich heritage to foreign investors.

On April 10, multiple breakout sessions will cover key investment sectors such as the digital economy (led by Citi NA & UNDP), textiles (HSBC & BGMEA), agriculture and agro-processing (Dutch Embassy & LCP), and healthcare (Inspira, EBL & Sajida Foundation). The day will also feature a matchmaking session and a roundtable discussion on global investment best practices.

The summit will include designated meeting rooms for investor discussions, delegation rooms in the boardroom, lounge, conference halls such as Modhumati and Turag, and networking spaces on the second floor of Hotel InterContinental.

Key partners for the event include UNDP, FCDO, Grameenphone, the World Bank, and FICCI, highlighting the collaborative efforts to drive foreign direct investment (FDI) in Bangladesh.

At the press briefing, Mr Ashik Chowdhury emphasised the summit's role in positioning Bangladesh as a global investment destination. "Foreign investors need a clearer understanding of Bangladesh's economic landscape and growth potential. This summit will showcase investment opportunities and highlight the significant reforms undertaken to create a more business-friendly environment," he stated.

The Bangladesh Investment Summit 2025 is a milestone event that reinforces the country's commitment to economic progress, investment-friendly policies, and long-term growth. Interested participants can visit the official summit website for more information and registration details.