Dhaka: Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) has published a draft amendment to 'Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (Margin) Rules, 2025' and invited opinions, suggestions, and objections from stakeholders, according to a press release issued by the commission on Monday.
According to United News of Bangladesh, the draft amendment has been published in national daily newspapers as well as on the BSEC website. Stakeholders have been given two weeks from the date of publication to submit their feedback to the commission. The consultation is a legal requirement under the Securities and Exchange Ordinance, 1969, and the Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission Act, 1993, making it mandatory to seek opinions from stakeholders whenever any rule is framed or amended.
BSEC emphasized that all opinions, suggestions, and objections received will be given due importance, and the rules will be finalized after necessary revisions, additions, or modifications before being enacted through a government gazette notification. The commission clarified that the currently published draft is merely a proposal and not a final amendment, reassuring that there is no scope for confusion or concern based on assumptions, speculation, or incomplete information regarding the draft.
The commission highlighted its commitment to the interests and safety of investors, stating that the objective of the proposed amendment is to make the existing rules simpler, more practical, business-friendly, and effective. The final rules aim to be investor-friendly and ensure overall market development and stability, taking into account the opinions and suggestions of all stakeholders.
BSEC expressed hope that stakeholders would provide constructive feedback and that the media would present the draft amendment and the legal process appropriately, avoiding unnecessary confusion or concern among investors.