Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) Executive Chairman Chowdhury Ashiq Mahmud Harun announced a shift in focus towards attracting domestic investment this year, rather than prioritizing global investment. The announcement was made Thursday at a BIDA event in Dhaka concerning investment flows and facilitation. Mahmud indicated the strategy aims to bolster the national economy through increased local participation. This change in approach suggests a desire to strengthen internal financial resources and reduce reliance on foreign funding. Details regarding specific initiatives to encourage domestic investors were discussed at the event. The move signals a potential recalibration of Bangladesh’s investment strategy, emphasizing self-reliance and local economic development.