Seminar held in Dhaka to facilitate Korean investment in Bangladesh
Today, Eastern Bank PLC head office held a seminar titled "Accelerating Korean Investment in Bangladesh: Opportunities, Challenges, and Policy Reforms."
Jointly organised by EBL and the Korea-Bangladesh Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KBCCI), the seminar brought together distinguished government officials, policy makers, Korean investors, and business leaders to explore ways to deepen Korea-Bangladesh economic collaboration, particularly in infrastructure, manufacturing, ICT, renewable energy, and textiles.
In his welcome address, Ali Reza Iftekhar, Managing Director of EBL, highlighted EBL's role in facilitating cross-border investment and emphasised the need for strategic partnerships to unlock the full potential of bilateral trade and investment.
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Nahian Rahman Roche, Head of Business Development at the Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA), gave the keynote presentation. He outlined Bangladesh's evolving investment landscape and shared BIDA's initiatives to enhance investor confidence, including regulatory reforms and streamlined services.
Jin Hak Hur, DG KOTRA (Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency), and KIM Si Hyung, Director, Korea Overseas Infrastructure and Urban Development Corporation (KIND), respectively, gave insights into Korea's global investment strategy and shared practical experiences operating in Bangladesh.
Dr. Syed Muntasir Mamun, Director General of the International Trade, Investment, and Technology Wing at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, spoke on aligning Bangladesh's foreign policy with economic diplomacy and sustainable investment partnerships.
Dr. Md. Habibur Rahman, Deputy Governor of the Bangladesh Bank, reiterated the Central Bank's commitment to ensuring a macroeconomic environment and policy framework that promotes trade and investment.
The seminar's Chief Guest, Park Young-Sik, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Bangladesh, reaffirmed Korea's commitment to expanding economic engagement with Bangladesh and praised the country's investment-friendly environment and vibrant workforce.
Shahab Uddin Khan, President of KBCCI emphasised the importance of ongoing dialogue, policy cooperation, and private sector engagement in strengthening bilateral ties.
Eastern Bank has operated a Korean Business Desk since March 2025, providing one-stop banking services to Korean businesspeople and investors.
