September 3, 2026 - TheStatement24

State Minister of Foreign Affairs Shama Obaid Islam has called for greater local and foreign investment in Bangladesh's cosmetics, skincare and personal care industry, urging stakeholders to transform the multi-billion-taka sector from an import-dependent market into a major hub for manufacturing, exports and investment.She made the call while inaugurating Cosmética Dhaka 2026: Powerd by Remark Herlan, a three-day exhibition on cosmetics, skincare and personal care products, at the International Convention City Bashundhara (ICCB) in Kuril, Dhaka, on Thursday.Speaking as the chief guest at the opening ceremony, Shama Obaid said Bangladesh could leverage the production capacity, compliance infrastructure, skilled workforce and global buyer relationships developed through its apparel ...

Shimanto Bank PLC has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) at the Nagar Bhaban recently. Under this MoU, residents and business owners under the Dhaka South City Corporation will be able to conveniently pay their holding taxes, trade license fees, and other municipal charges through Shimanto Bank PLC.Mr. Md. Nurul Azim, Managing Director & CEO, Shimanto Bank PLC and Mr. Md. Khaybar Rahman, Chief Executive Officer, Dhaka South City Corporation, signed the MoU on behalf of their respective organizations in presence of Valiant freedom fighter Mr. Md. Abdus Salam, Administrator, Dhaka South City Corporation. Mr. Md. Sahidul Islam, Head of Business, Shimanto Bank PLC, Mr. Jonayed Kabir Sohag, Chief Revenue Officer, Dhaka South City Corporat...

Day: September 3, 2026

State minister calls for local, foreign investment in cosmetics

Shimanto Bank Inks MoU with Dhaka South City Corporation