Bangladesh's Corporate World

Bangladesh business news The Canadian government has been requested by Bangladesh Garments Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) to ensure that the General Preferential Tariff review does not put any impact of the duty free apparel exports to Canada. The proposed GPT review will have a detrimental effect on the readymade garments industry of Bangladesh. Hundreds of factories will have to be closed down and millions of people will be jobless. The apex apparel body of Bangladesh expressed their concern of the proposed review of the General Preferential Tariff and explained how terrible the impact will be for Bangladesh. It was almost the end of last year that Canadian government decided to review their GPT and proposed some changes in it. According to the review, 72 developing countries will not have GPT facilities which include China and India. Bangladesh has been sent out from the Least Developing Countries category. BGMEA has requested the Canadian government to tak...

Most people who want to start a business are confused about what the first step should be. This article will guide you through the first few steps of starting a business. Without a proper business plan your business is bound to fail horribly. Here are a few simple tips on how to start your business: A business plan is the most fundamental thing behind the success of your business. A good plan will ensure a success even before you actually start it. A bad plan will ensure a doom even if you invest a lot of money. If you cannot make the plan yourself, you can hire a professional who can right it for you. The internet can also help you with it. Run several surveys to understand the needs of the public. Always remember, information is power. No one will be able to corner you in an argument if you have all the information you need about that topic. Whether you need the surveys for your business or not, you will always know the mindset of the people you trying to serve. You w...

To have a successful business you need some specific attributes. Being a great leader in a Bangladeshi business means that you have to be different from the average. Here are ten qualities you should have if you are thinking about having a successful business in Bangladesh: 1.       Your ambition has to be high and you need a great driving power to get you to your ambition. You need focus, energy, dedication and proper education to reach your goal. At times you will feel lost; you will not be able to find your way. But proper dedication will bring you out of it and back on your track. Iftekharul Islam, the owner of Aftab Group and Uttara bank is one such ambitious Bangladeshi businessman. He knows his goals well and is determined to achieve it. That is why he is successful in making Aftab Group a top company of the country.  2.       You have to be disciplined. Without discipline you cannot achieve anything. You must ha...