Dhaka: The Bangladesh Investment Summit 2025 will be held from April 7 to 10 at InterContinental in the city, showcasing the country’s evolving investment opportunities and economic reforms.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the summit aims to highlight Bangladesh’s investment potential, economic reforms following the July revolution, and foster long-term investment pipelines for sustainable economic growth.
Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus will formally inaugurate the summit on April 9 in the presence of ambassadors, top business executives, and policymakers. At a press briefing at the city’s Foreign Service Academy, Executive Chairman of the Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) Chowdhury Ashik Mahmud Bin Harun revealed that the summit has attracted over 2,300 registered participants from 50 countries, including more than 550 foreign investors.
China, the US, the UK, India, Singapore, and Japan are among the top participating countries. The event will provide a platform for global investors to explore Bangladesh’s economic landscape, regulatory framework, and sector-specific opportunities.
Several high-profile business leaders will attend, including Oscar Garca Maceiras, CEO of Zara Group; Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Chairman of DP World; and Rosy Winterton, Baroness and UK trade representative, among others. Venture capital firms such as B Capital, Gobi, Conjunction, Marubeni, and GFR will focus on startup investments and digital economy expansion.
A 26-member delegation from South Korea will visit Chattogram, Mirsarai, and the Korean EPZ on April 7, offering foreign investors an on-ground view of Bangladesh’s investment landscape. A startup-focused event will occur 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 a 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 agenda includes the Youth Entrepreneurship Expo and a breakout session on renewable energy hosted by the European Union and UNDP.
On April 10, breakout sessions will cover key investment sectors such as digital economy, textiles, agriculture, and healthcare. The day will also feature a matchmaking session and a roundtable discussion on global investment best practices. Designated meeting rooms for investor discussions will be available at the venue.
Key partners for the event include UNDP, FCDO, Grameenphone, the World Bank, and FICCI. Ashik Chowdhury emphasized 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,” he stated.
The Bangladesh Investment Summit 2025 is set to reinforce the country’s commitment to economic progress and investment-friendly policies. For more information and registration details, interested participants can visit the official summit website.