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PM seeks FBCCI's help to raise investments
Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia, yesterday urged the business community to invite increased foreign Investment and take similar initiatives themselves for quickening development of the national economy, reports UNB.
She was addressing the newly elected executive committee of the Federation of Bangladesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FBCCI) led by its president Salman F Rahman, who called on her at the International Conference Centre in the afternoon.
Referring to the lively and keenly competitive elections to the Federation, the Prime Minister said, "It proves that See and fair electiorts can be held if democracy and a democratic government exist."
Begum Zia told the business leaders that the Federation
also has the responsibility to talk to the Opposition and make them understand that peace and stability is imperative for encouraging investment in the country.
"Differences will be there." she said, adding those could be resolved through discussion.
Stressing the need for augmenting both foreign and local investment, she asserted increased investment can minimise the problem of poverty through expediting development process.
She reiterated the importance of the private sector in the development of the country's industrial sector and overall economy.
Congratulating the new FBCCI leaders. Begum Zia said her government was trying its best to strengthen the private
sector for employment generation and development of the country. “Our plans and policies will be strengthened with your suggestions.’
FBCCI President Salman F Rahman mentioned that it was the first time, and during a democratic government, that complete neutrality had been maintained in the Chamber elections.
"The elections Were free from any influence although an elected MP also contested", he said, adding that this was proof that democracy Is flourishing In the country.
The new FBCCI chief lauded the government's privatisation policy and hoped that they can also become a significant part In the national development effort. , -
Commerce Minister Sham-sul Islam and Industries Minister Zahirpddfn Khan were present during the meeting.