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Bangladesh recorded a robust 19.13% growth in foreign direct investment (FDI) during the fiscal year 2024–25, bucking the global trend of post-political-uprising slowdowns.

According to data released by the Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) on Monday, the country attracted $1.68 billion in FDI in FY 2024–25, up from $1.42 billion in the previous fiscal year.

BIDA described the growth as “remarkable,” noting that many nations typically experience steep declines in foreign investment following major political shifts. The agency cited World Bank data showing sharp post-uprising drops in FDI—19.49% in Sri Lanka after 2022, 27.60% in Sudan after 2019, and 81.21% in Ukraine after 2014, among others.

“This performance reflects the international community’s deep confidence in Bangladesh’s economic stability and favourable investment climate,” BIDA said in its statement.

BIDA Executive Chairman Ashik Chowdhury credited the achievement to coordinated policy efforts and the resilience of the private sector.

“The greatest strength of Bangladesh is its ability to bounce back despite all challenges,” he said. “From sound economic policies to the dedicated efforts of Bangladesh Bank, NBR, and the private sector — this success is a collective effort. Not all problems are solved yet, but there has never been a lack of good intention.”

He added that BIDA will soon publish a detailed performance report outlining the year’s investment outcomes.