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private sector, adding that key policies have been made without adequate business input.

He urged the government to appoint a private-sector administrator and ensure swift elections, citing past precedents where timely action was taken during caretaker periods.

In response, Commerce Minister Muktadir called for transforming the FBCCI into a truly representative, effective and non-political body for the business community.

He said the association must play a more proactive role in protecting business interests and conveying concerns to the government, while applying constructive pressure when needed without being politicised.

“We want an FBCCI that genuinely serves as a unified platform for all businesses,” he said, adding that it should provide practical, ground-level input in policymaking.

Muktadir stressed that competent and dynamic leadership from within the business community is essential to revitalise the organisation.

He also reassured leaders of the government’s commitment to a business-friendly environment, noting that a new import policy is in its final stage and that committees will be formed to simplify services across key ministries.

FBCCI administrator Md Abdur Rahim Khan also spoke at the meeting.

Among others, Mir Nasir Hossain, former president of FBCCI; SM Fazlul Haque, former president of BKMEA; Nasreen Fatema Awal and Gias Uddin Chowdhury Khokon, former directors of FBCCI; Zakir Hossain Nayan, president of the Bangladesh CNG Machineries Importers Association; Belayet Hossain Bhuiyan, former president of Rangamati Chamber; Nizam Uddin Rajesh, former vice-president of FBCCI; and Syed Bakhtiar, former director, were also present.