Between January and May 2025, Bangladesh received nearly $1 billion in investment proposals, with $550 million from foreign investors and $450 million from local investors, according to the Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (Bida).
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Around 20 percent of these proposals have already advanced to signed agreements, land lease approvals, and allotment letters, while 60 percent remain in the exploratory stage and another 20 percent are undergoing detailed assessment. Officials said the surge demonstrates growing confidence in Bangladesh’s post-pandemic economy and a rising interest in special economic zones.
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To sustain this momentum, the Bangladesh Economic Zones Authority (Beza) is developing a unified investment portal that will provide real-time project tracking, zone-specific updates, and faster approvals. Alongside this, a dedicated research unit supported by international consultants is focusing on identifying high-potential sectors such as rubber, furniture, pharmaceuticals, and tourism. Authorities believe these initiatives will not only strengthen investor confidence but also align investment priorities with long-term national development goals.