The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Bangladesh recently organized a “Seminar on Private Sector Contribution to the SDGs” in Dhaka. The event brought together 24 Japanese companies, 8 Bangladeshi financial institutions/investors, and 8 local startups in a quest to forge impactful partnerships driving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through their business in Bangladesh.
Distinguished Bangladeshi startups, Light of Hope, Moner Bondhu, Women in Digital, Bioforge, Drishti, Wreetu, Wander Women, and Leatherina, showcased their remarkable SDG contributions on crucial areas like education, healthcare, environment, and women empowerment. JICA introduced these visionaries to Japanese companies and Bangladeshi financial institutions, fostering potential collaborations for future sustainable ventures.
5 Japanese companies also presented their activities related to the social development and achievement of SDGs in Bangladesh.
Mr. Ichiguchi Tomohide, Chief Representative of JICA Bangladesh office shared that JICA acknowledges the importance of nurturing local business entities that can balance profit and SDGs achievement for the consistent economic advancement of Bangladesh and JICA is actively involved in fostering the development of future businesses in Bangladesh with initiatives such as JICA accelerator program, known as JICA Ninja (Next Innovation with Japan) held in 2021 and the ongoing Product Market Fit (PMF) trial.
Mr. Farhad Reza, Chief Executive Officer of National Advisory Board for Impact Investment in Bangladesh streteched the role of impact investment to achieve SDGs.
This seminar, a cornerstone of JICA SDGs Business Support Program, signifies a pivotal stride in fostering dynamic Japanese-Bangladeshi collaborations. It not only serves as a platform for innovative partnerships but also champions sustainable initiatives, driving the shared vision of advancing the SDG agenda in Bangladesh and beyond.
President Mohammed Shahabuddin today asked the graduates of Defence Services Command and Staff Course (DSCSC)-2023 to utilize their skills and knowledge for people welfare.
"The 21st century challenges are multifaceted, ranging from conventional to non-traditional . . . The rigorous training you have undergone here will flourish you with skills and knowledge which is necessary to face these complex challenges," he said.
The President was addressing the Graduation Ceremony of DSCSC Course at Sheikh Hasina Complex in Mirpur Cantonment here.
The deadline for submitting income tax returns by
the individual taxpayers has been extended by another two months till January
31, 2024.
However, the deadline for submitting of income tax returns by the companies
has been extended till February 28, 2024.
A circular of the National Board of Revenue (NBR), signed by its 2nd
secretary Md Mohidul Islam Chowdhury, today said that the deadline for
submitting income tax returns in the 2023-2024 tax year has been extended in
public interest.
MADARIPUR: Election Commissioner Md Alamgir today said that the Election Commission (EC) is taking all kinds of steps to hold fair and acceptable elections.
"The commission has taken all kinds of preparations to make the election fair. Voter list and polling stations have been prepared while election equipments arranged for holding polls," he said.
He was talking to the reporters after holding discussions with the returning officers and members of the law enforcement agencies in the conference room of Madaripur district administration.