The newly elected Executive Committee of the American Chamber of Commerce in Bangladesh (AmCham) held its first formal meeting with Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury at the Bangladesh Secretariat on 25 June 2026, focusing on key priorities related to the FY2026–27 National Budget and Bangladesh’s investment environment.
The AmCham delegation was led by President Syed Mohammad Kamal and included Vice President Ala Uddin Ahmad, Treasurer Reza Ur Rahman Mahmud, Executive Committee members Habib Bhuiyan, Al Mamun M. Rashel, and Ataur Rahim Chowdhury, along with several senior members of the Chamber. The meeting marked the first official engagement between the newly elected AmCham leadership and the Finance Minister. The Chamber’s current leadership team assumed office for the 2026–2028 term earlier this month.
During the discussion, AmCham reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening public-private collaboration and supporting Bangladesh’s sustainable economic growth agenda. The delegation highlighted the significant contribution of U.S. investors across sectors including energy, financial services, insurance, digital economy, FMCG, and ready-made garments.
AmCham also shared its observations on the FY2026–27 National Budget, welcoming its overall direction while emphasizing the importance of effective implementation to achieve the government’s growth and investment objectives. The Chamber reiterated its support for policies that promote macroeconomic stability, private sector development, and a competitive business environment.
The meeting featured a constructive exchange on measures to enhance investor confidence, improve regulatory predictability, and strengthen the ease of doing business in Bangladesh. AmCham stressed that continued policy consistency and stronger public-private dialogue would be critical to attracting greater foreign direct investment.
The delegation also reaffirmed its commitment to facilitating increased U.S. investment in Bangladesh and supporting initiatives that deepen economic and commercial ties between the two countries.
AmCham Bangladesh expressed appreciation to the Finance Minister for his time and engagement and said it looks forward to continued collaboration with the Ministry of Finance and other government stakeholders in advancing reforms that support sustainable economic development and a more investment-friendly business climate.
