The upcoming ‘Commonwealth Trade & Investment Forum,’ a two-day event scheduled for September 13-14, is poised to invigorate trade, commerce, and investment across Commonwealth nations, with a particular focus on Bangladesh. This prestigious gathering is being organized by the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC), in collaboration with the Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the ZI Foundation.
Salman F Rahman, Private Industry and Investment Adviser to the Prime Minister, addressed the media during a press conference at the Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) conference room in the city. He emphasized the forum’s role as a pivotal platform for promoting trade, investment, and overall economic growth. Mr. Rahman underscored the forum’s objectives, stating that it aims to foster partnerships, encourage innovation, and explore avenues for sustainable and inclusive economic development within Bangladesh. Furthermore, he highlighted the opportunity for Bangladesh to showcase its trade and investment potential to fellow Commonwealth nations, emphasizing the mutual benefits it would yield.
This momentous occasion marks the inaugural ‘Commonwealth Trade & Investment Forum’ to be hosted in Bangladesh. Previously, the forum has been conducted in various other Commonwealth member states, including the United Kingdom, Singapore, Kenya, Rwanda, and Malta. Mr. Rahman also reflected on Bangladesh’s active participation in the Commonwealth since its inclusion as the 34th Member in 1972, following the leadership of the country’s founding father, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
Responding to inquiries, Mr. Rahman emphasized Bangladesh’s strides in nurturing start-ups and its readiness to engage with the concept of the Fourth Industrial Revolution during the forum. He assured that Bangladeshi companies are well-prepared to participate in the event.
The Commonwealth, consisting of 56 voluntary member nations, united by shared values, represents one-third of the world’s population. With Bangladesh’s enduring commitment to the Commonwealth’s mission, this forum holds promise for fostering economic ties and opportunities among member states.
