Accra:Bangladesh Institute of Capital Market A seminar titled 'Smart Investing Investor Awareness, Market Integrity and Fraud Prevention' took place at the Bangladesh Institute of Capital Market (BICM) multipurpose hall to mark World Investor Week 2026.
According to United News of Bangladesh, the event was jointly organized by BICM and the Bangladesh Academy for Securities Markets (BASM) in line with the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) World Investor Week theme. The focus was on investor resilience, digital fraud, and fraud awareness under the global slogan "Invest in your future, secure it today."
BICM Associate Professor Faisal Ahmed Khan presented the keynote paper during the seminar, which was presided over by BICM Executive President Wajid Hasan Shah. Special guests included BASM Director General Kamrul Anam Khan and Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) Executive Director Mohammad Shafiul Azam.
During his address, BASM Director General Kamrul Anam Khan encouraged investors to make well-considered, independent decisions. He stressed the importance of reviewing personal accounts and making informed choices, cautioning against blindly following others.
BSEC Executive Director Mohammad Shafiul Azam highlighted the role of market stakeholders as vigilant gatekeepers to protect investors. He emphasized the necessity of immediate action against fraudulent activities to safeguard investor interests.
BICM Executive President Wajid Hasan Shah noted that many participants in the local share market pursue quick, short-term profits. He emphasized that the capital market is intended for long-term investments in sound companies, which offer superior returns over time.
The seminar also saw the attendance of BICM Director (Administration and Finance) Nazmuch Salekin, faculty members, officials, and invited guests from both institutions.