Dhaka: The Advisers Council Committee on Economic Affairs today recommended in principle the approval of two major proposals, including the import of refined fuel oil through a government-to-government (G2G) arrangement for the 2026 calendar year and the procurement of e-passport materials under the Home Ministry.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the approvals were granted during the 34th meeting of the Economic Affairs committee this year, which was chaired virtually by Finance Adviser Dr. Salehuddin Ahmed. The proposals originated from the Energy and Mineral Resources Division and the Ministry of Home Affairs.
For the first proposal, the Energy and Mineral Resources Division sought policy approval to purchase and import refined fuel oil using the direct purchase method via G2G arrangements from January to December 2026. After reviewing the submission, the committee recommended the proposal in principle, recognizing the importance of ensuring a stable supply of fuel oil to meet the country’s energy demands.
The second agenda item, presented by the Ministry of Home Affairs, focused on the ongoing project titled “Introduction of E-Passport and Automated Border Control Management in Bangladesh.” The proposal received approval in principle to procure one crore e-passport raw materials, which includes up to 50 lakh raw materials in emergencies for e-passport booklet swap, alongside 57 lakh e-passport booklets and associated training packages under the Direct Contracting procurement method.
Following detailed discussions, the committee recommended the proposal for policy approval, citing the project’s strategic importance in maintaining the continuity of e-passport issuance and enhancing border management efficiency.