B Mirror Report:  The Foreign Investors’ Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) has urged the government to ensure a predictable and business-friendly policy environment to strengthen investor confidence and attract more foreign direct investment (FDI) in Bangladesh.

The call came during a meeting on Tuesday between a FICCI delegation, led by its President Rupali Haque Chowdhury, and Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury ahead of the national budget for FY2026–27.

The delegation included Senior Vice President Deepal Abeywickrema, Vice President Mohammad Iqbal Chowdhury, and other members of the Chamber’s Board of Directors.

During the meeting, FICCI leaders stressed the need for a long-term budgetary roadmap that would help businesses better anticipate tax structures and make informed investment decisions.

They also highlighted the importance of competitive tax policies, policy consistency, and transparency to improve Bangladesh’s competitiveness among peer economies and create a more attractive investment climate.

The two sides exchanged views on the country’s current economic situation, investment challenges, and measures required to boost FDI inflows.

According to FICCI, the discussion provided an opportunity for the private sector to share its perspectives and explore ways to strengthen cooperation between the government and the business community to support sustainable economic growth.

FICCI board members also reaffirmed the Chamber’s commitment to working closely with the government to attract quality investments and contribute to Bangladesh’s long-term economic development goals.