Business
Bangladesh set to see more Japanese entrepreneurs: Envoy
Dhaka, April 16 (UNB) - Japanese Ambassador in Dhaka Hiroyasu Izumi has said the Special Economic Zone for Japanese investors in Bangladesh and the One Stop Service Act are likely to attract more Japanese companies, especially in the fields of food, commodity products, light industry and ICT.
Finance officials pledge cooperation, but tensions persist
Washington, Apr 14 (AP/UNB) — Global finance officials are pledging closer cooperation in efforts to lift the world economy out of its current slowdown, but tensions persist between the United States and other nations over trade and other issues.
Citi hosts ‘China Day Event’ in Dhaka
Dhaka, Apr 10 (UNB) – Citibank, NA, Bangladesh recently hosted the “China Day Event” underlining its commitment to support Chinese clients operating in Bangladesh.
Asian shares fall amid global tensions, worries about growth
Tokyo, Apr 10 (AP/UNB) — Asian shares fell Wednesday following a slide on Wall Street amid growing tensions between the U.S. and the European Union and a dim forecast on global economic growth.
More Indonesians join cases against Boeing after CEO apology
Jakarta, Apr 8 (AP/UNB) — More families of victims of the Lion Air crash in Indonesia are suing Boeing Co. after its chief executive apologized and said a software update for the MAX 8 jet would prevent further disasters.
Trump team and China resume uphill effort to end trade rift
Washington, Apr 3 (AP/UNB) — The Trump administration on Wednesday will resume negotiations with China toward ending a trade war that has deepened uncertainty for businesses and investors and dimmed the outlook for the global economy.
Asian stocks follow Wall Street higher on upbeat data
Beijing, Apr 2 (AP/UNB) — Asian stock prices followed Wall Street higher Tuesday on encouraging global economic data.
US-Bangla Airlines launches Dhaka to Chennai flights
Dhaka, Feb 31 (UNB) – US-Bangla Airlines, one of the leading private airlines of the country on Sunday has launched direct flights from Dhaka to Chennai of India.
UCBL signs agreement with InterContinental Dhaka
Dhaka, Mar 30 (UNB) - United Commercial Bank Limited (UCB) has signed an agreement with InterContinental Dhaka at the premises of the bank recently.
Good Luck stationery launches app on country’s history
Dhaka, Mar 28 (UNB)- Good Luck, stationery brand of RFL Group, on Thursday launched app for young generation to highlight the history of the country.