Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina urged the South African investors to come up with robust investments, particularly in ICT, infrastructure, textiles and tourism.
 
She said: "I have a dream; the 170 million people of Bangladesh have a dream. And that is, to become a trillion-dollar economy and a fully developed smart nation by 2041."

In pursuit of achieving the dream, the premier said they have embarked on an ambitious endeavor aimed at setting down long-term objectives for prosperity and advancement.

She said this while addressing a Road Show titled “The Rise of Bengal Tiger: Bangladesh Trade and Business Summit" at Radisson Hotel and Convention Centre joining virtually from her Palace of Residence, the Radission Blu Hotel Sandton.

Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) and Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) jointly organized the summit.

Sheikh Hasina arrived here yesterday to attend the 15th BRICS Summit at the invitation of South African President Cyril Ramaphosa.
 
At the summit, the prime minister said Bangladesh has been steadfastly fortifying its commercial landscape to evolve into an even more friendly destination for trade, business, and investment.
 
"Our conviction rests in the belief that our endeavors will not only yield benefits for us but will also prove profitable for all those who choose to invest in our growing economy," she said.
 
BDST: 1659 HRS, AUG 23, 2023
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