Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has called for massive investment in South Africa's investors, especially ICT, infrastructure, textile and tourism, saying, ‘I have a dream that is a dream of 17 crore people of Bangladesh, and that is to make a trillion-dollar economy and a fully developed smart nation by 2041.’
He said, ‘They have started an ambitious effort to set long-term goals for prosperity and progress in order to fulfill their dreams.’
Sheikh Hasina Wednesday (August 23) Radisson Hotel He said this while speaking at a virtually connected speech at a road show titled ‘The Rise of Bengal Tiger: Bangladesh Trade and Business Summit’ at the Convention Center.
Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission and Bangladesh Investment Development Authority jointly organized the conference, and Sheikh Hasina came here to attend the 15th BRICS summit at the invitation of South African President Cyril Ramaphosa.
The Prime Minister said in the conference, ‘Bangladesh is reinforcing its commercial situation with determination to set a more friendly target for trade, business and investment.’
‘Our firm beliefs will not only benefit us but also to those who like to invest in our growing economy,’ he said.’
The Prime Minister said, ‘They welcomed investors from around the world, especially South Africa, to find many possibilities of investment within Bangladesh. Because it is a good fit to familiarize themselves with the proposals of Bangladesh.’
He said, ‘This is the same as we have proposed various opportunities in sectors like ICT, Electronics, Infrastructure, Textile, Tourism, Heavy Industry and Small Industry to know better Bangladesh and invest here in the future. Our government is committed to providing opportunities to conduct business beautifully.’
Bangladesh is ready to welcome the potential South African investors, he said, ‘The various authorities of Bangladesh such as Bangladesh Investment Development Authority, Bangladesh Economic Zone Authority, Bangladesh Export Processing Zone Authority, Bangladesh Hi-Tech Park Authority and Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission will provide all kinds of support to foreign investors.’
‘Bangladesh is moving towards prosperity. We want you to take part in our journey. We are confident that your investment will dominate for success and that we are fully prepared for a sustainable partnership,’ he said.’
Noting that South Africa has created a strong foundation for notable Bangladeshi citizens, the Prime Minister said, ‘Thank you expatriates for contributing to our economy. We call on you to invest more in our growth.’
