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  • Bangladesh, Indonesia seek stronger trade ties

    Bangladesh, Indonesia seek stronger trade ties

    Bangladesh and Indonesia have agreed to explore ways to deepen trade and investment ties, with Bangladesh Bank Governor Md Mostaqur Rahman urging Indonesia to increase investment in Bangladesh and expand imports of Bangladeshi products. The governor made the call on Sunday during a meeting with Indonesian Ambassador to Bangladesh Listyowati at Bangladesh Bank headquarters. The discussions focused on expanding bilateral trade, attracting Indonesian investment and identifying new areas of economic cooperation. Mostaqur Rahman highlighted Bangladesh’s growing economy and investment potential and encouraged Indonesian businesses to explore opportunities in the country. The two sides also discussed expanding Bangladesh’s exports of ready-made…

  • Masrur Arefin did not say that Jamaat-Shibir destroyed Islami Bank.

    Masrur Arefin did not say that Jamaat-Shibir destroyed Islami Bank.

    A claim has been circulated on the internet alleging that Masrur Arefin, Managing Director (MD) of The City Bank and Chairman of the Association of Bankers, Bangladesh, said: “The Jamaat-Shibir group alone has destroyed Islami Bank.” Fact Check According to an investigation by the Rumor Scanner team, Masrur Arefin did not make the statement, “The Jamaat-Shibir group alone has destroyed Islami Bank.” In fact, the claim has been circulated in…

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  • Trump did not post about making Bangladesh the 52nd state of the United States; edited photo card circulated

    Trump did not post about making Bangladesh the 52nd state of the United States; edited photo card circulated

    Recently, a photo card bearing the design of mainstream news outlet Jugantor was circulated on social media with the headline: “Trump’s post on Truth Social about making Bangladesh the 52nd state of the United States.” Fact CheckAccording to an investigation by the Rumor Scanner team, Jugantor did not publish any photo card or news report with the headline or claim “Trump’s post on Truth Social about making Bangladesh the 52nd state of the United States.” Rather, the photo card was created by editing a different photo card published by Jugantor. During the investigation, the circulated photo card was examined and…

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  • Under Tarique Rahman’s Leadership, a New Bangladesh Will Rise to New Heights on the Global Stage

    Under Tarique Rahman’s Leadership, a New Bangladesh Will Rise to New Heights on the Global Stage

    Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is currently in New York to attend the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly. His scheduled address to the General Debate on September 24 is drawing considerable attention, particularly because he is expected to deliver the speech in Bangla.For the Bangladeshi diaspora in the United States, the visit…

  • Courtesy visit to Abdul Awal Mintoo

    Courtesy visit to Abdul Awal Mintoo

    Managing Director K. M. Awlad Hossain paid a courtesy visit to the residence of Abdul Awal Mintoo, in a meeting marked by a warm and cordial atmosphere.The visit provided an opportunity for the two to exchange views and spend time together. The accompanying official described the occasion as a memorable experience and expressed appreciation for…

  • New State-Run Bank to Be Named ‘United Islamic Bank’

    New State-Run Bank to Be Named ‘United Islamic Bank’

    Bangladesh Bank is moving ahead with plans to merge five crisis-hit Shariah-based banks into a new state-run entity, with the name United Islamic Bank emerging as the frontrunner. Bangladesh Bank Governor Dr. Ahsan H. Mansur has already prepared a draft letter seeking the Finance Ministry’s approval to kick off the merger process. Officials say the…

  • Exclusive Interview: BNP’s Mintoo on Banking, Markets & Economic Roadmap
    Former FBCCI President outlines party’s plans for financial sector stability, investment climate, and tackling economic crisis if elected.
    Key Discussion Points:
    Banking & Stock Market Direction: Policies for interest rates, NPL management, market stability, and FDI under potential BNP governance.
    “Dervish Culture” Concerns: Assessing legitimacy of fears about economic stagnation returning.
    Anti-Corruption Strategy: Blueprint to combat graft, extortion (“chandabaji”), and economic mismanagement.

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  • Corporate Governance and Ethics Issue

    Corporate Governance and Ethics Issue

    M N Amin

    M N AminIn financial sector, corporate governance is a critical and crucial issue so farbusiness is concerned. The system used to direct and control a corporation is referredto as corporate governance defining the rights and responsibilities of major corporateparticipants–the shareholders, directors and members of the board, officers, managers,employees, and other stakeholders. A few years back,…

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  • BRAC Bank Promotes 1,600 Employees

    BRAC Bank has promoted more than 1,600 employees across all grades, recognising their performance and contribution to the bank’s sustained growth. The large-scale promotion reflects the bank’s strategy to nurture internal talent and build future leadership, as it continues to expand its business operations. The promotions were formally marked at a ceremony in Dhaka on…

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  • ​”The key to maintaining transparency in the financial sector is the right combination of strict ethics and technology. If the internal governance of banks does not align with regulations, it will be difficult to restore the confidence of general customers.”- Md Mostaqur Rahman

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