ADB stresses need for better resource allocation for the elderly in Bangladesh

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ADB stresses need for better resource allocation for the elderly in Bangladesh

Online Desk: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has said that old age allowance is not adequately meeting the needs of the poorest of the poor in Bangladesh,

FBCCI urges govt policy to facilitate backward linkage industries

Online Desk: The Federation of Bangladesh Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FBCCI), the apex trade body representing the business community, is urging the government to enhance facilities

China’s Anhui Provincial People’s Congress delegation sees vast potential for further collaboration with Bangladesh

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G7 countries reportedly to commit to coal phase-out in 2030s

Online Desk: The Group of Seven (G7) countries are ready to make a commitment to phasing out coal in the first half of the 2030s, local media

First private sector solar project in Bangladesh secures $121.55 million funding from ADB

Online Desk: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has signed a $121.55 million financing package with Dynamic Sun Energy Private Limited to build and operate a 100-megawatt (MW)

Competition policy can unlock increased FDI flows into Bangladesh: ADB Country Director to MCCI

Online Desk: The Bangladesh economy, connecting with the global economy is affirmed and there is potential for increased investment flows, skills development, and overall capacity building in the country.

IMF advises Bangladesh Bank to disclose full report on banks’ financial health

Online Desk: The visiting International Monetary Fund (IMF) delegation has advised Bangladesh Bank to disclose detailed and complete information regarding bad and risky loans fin the public

ADB operations reach $23.6b in 2023, achieves record climate finance

Online Desk: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) committed US$23.6 billion from its own resources in 2023, including US$9.8 billion for climate action, to help Asia and the Pacific progress

Padma Bridge generates record Tk 1500 crore in toll revenue since opening

Online Desk: Since its inauguration, the Padma Bridge has significantly boosted government revenue, collecting a staggering Tk 1500 crore in tolls from the myriad of vehicles that

29 factories to receive Green Factory Award-2023: Nazrul

Online Desk: State Minister for Labour and Employment Md Nazrul Islam Chowdhury today said that the government would give Green Factory Award-2023 tomorrow to some 29 factories