Democratic process essential for economic growth, investment: Amir Khosru
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BNP senior leader Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury said on Wednesday that a democratic process under an elected government is essential for boosting the economy and attracting investment.
“The economy will remain stable as long as the democratic process continues. So, we must ensure its continuation. We aim to rebuild the economy by increasing investment,” he said.
The BNP leader made the remarks while talking to reporters in front of the Hotel InterContinental after attending the ‘Bangladesh Investment Summit 2025’, reports UNB.
Khosru, a BNP Standing Committee member, said the speakers at the summit emphasised the importance of continuing the democratic process for economic development. “We must initiate a democratic process and, of course, sustain it through elections and an elected government,” he said.
The BNP leader explained that investors have greater confidence when an elected government is in place. “They (investors) want the democratic process to continue so they can place their trust in it.”
He said the BNP would take steps to boost investment if it came to power, as the party focuses on economic development and the politics of production.
“This summit is very important for us. We will move it forward. We understand that its potential is immense. It has started today, and in the coming days, we will elevate it even further, as we aim to rebuild our economy through investment,” Khosru said.
He mentioned that the growth of the garment industry and the private sector in Bangladesh occurred due to BNP’s effective policies, which were rooted in the politics of production.
The BNP leader pointed out that the country experienced a growth rate of 7.06 per cent during BNP’s government 21 years ago. “If that trend had continued, Bangladesh would likely have a growth rate of more than 10 per cent by now. However, in recent times, we have seen that progress has been ruined.”
At the summit, Khosru also said they promised investors a more investment-friendly and transparent trade environment in Bangladesh by introducing ‘Investor Protection Regulations. ’