Dhaka, Jun 05 (V7N) – The Cabinet has approved the Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Incentive Scheme Policy, 2026, aimed at encouraging greater investment in Bangladesh by both local and expatriate Bangladeshis.
The approval was given at a Cabinet meeting held on Thursday (June 4) under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Tarique Rahman.
According to officials, the government formulated the policy to attract more foreign direct investment by offering various incentives. The initiative is expected to encourage Bangladeshi citizens living abroad, as well as domestic investors, to contribute to the country's economic development through increased investment.
The Cabinet also approved the draft of the Bangladesh Medical University (Amendment) Act, 2026.
The proposed amendment seeks to expand the scope of medical services, education and research activities of Bangladesh Medical University. Under the revised law, the university will be able to establish profit-oriented or non-profit companies and organizations and participate in acquiring and managing shares in such entities.
Officials said the amendment is intended to provide greater institutional flexibility, strengthen research and healthcare services, and create opportunities for collaboration and innovation in the country's medical sector.
The decisions were taken as part of the government's broader efforts to boost investment, modernize public institutions and improve healthcare and higher education infrastructure.
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