Message From The President






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The pandemic is redrawing the lines that shape our
world. Acceleration of digitization and innovation is catalyzing new
possibilities. The consumer norms are in constant flux, while millions of new
consumers join their ranks year after year. More and more, intangibles
such as human capital and technology are driving productivity and growth.
It is my privilege to have the opportunity to lead FICCI at such
a pivotal moment. Together, with our collective knowledge, expertise, and reach,
we shall help write the next chapter in the incredible story of Bangladesh’s
journey of progress and prosperity.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the members
of the Executive Committee of FICCI for 2020-21 for their excellent
camaraderie, and especially President Ms Rupali Chowdhury for her outstanding
leadership. On behalf of the current committee, I would like to assure you that
we shall build on your legacy and make all of our valued members of FICCI
proud.
As COVID-19 recedes, we have the opportunity to turn a flashpoint
into a turning point. Bangladesh is a nation in the making, with big dreams and
great ambitions. Our visions for our collective future can be achieved, but for
that, we will need to break the mold. With the exposure of FICCI members
through our presence around the world, we need to lead the way for the business
community, leverage our collective strength, and take our nation forward.
Going forward, the chamber will continue to work with all our
stakeholders to attract and nurture FDI in Bangladesh. We will work towards
boosting exports, optimizing the tax regime, promoting digitalization and
improving the business environment. We will continue our mission of branding
Bangladesh, showcasing its incredible potential across the world. We will
continue to engage our government partners on policy interventions that focus
on improving lives and livelihoods by pursuing three enormous goals: growth,
sustainability, and inclusion. For this, we need to channel the energy of not
only the members of the Executive Committee, but also of every single member of
FICCI and its secretariat to realize the potential of each individual firm,
and also collectively as a nation.
Bangladesh has already written the story of 50 glorious years.
Now, we have a unique opportunity to help shape the story of the next 50. Only
together can we write a story it truly deserves.
On behalf of the Executive Committee of FICCI for 2022-23, I
would like to wish you and your dear ones a very blessed 2022.
Best regards,
Naser Ezaz Bijoy
President, FICCI
CEO, Standard
Chartered Bank