Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Sunday invited Kuwaiti investors to explore opportunities in Bangladesh's Special Economic Zones (SEZs) and participate in the upcoming Bangladesh Investment Summit, scheduled to be held from April 7-9 in Dhaka.
"Bring investors from Kuwait to the summit. It will be a significant opportunity for both countries," he told the newly appointed Kuwaiti Ambassador Ali Tunyan Abdul Wahab Hamadah, during a meeting at the State Guest House Jamuna.
During the meeting, both sides reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening diplomatic, trade, and economic ties, with a particular focus on investment, energy, food security, and migrant welfare.
Welcoming the ambassador, the chief adviser reiterated the strong historical ties between Bangladesh and Kuwait and encouraged greater collaboration in key sectors.
"Kuwait and Bangladesh are long-standing friends. There are numerous investment opportunities here, and halal food is a promising sector to explore. The global market for halal food is vast. I encourage you to involve young people in this initiative," Prof Yunus said.
Ambassador Hamadah conveyed Kuwait's full support for Bangladesh's interim government on behalf of Kuwaiti Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah and the people of Kuwait.
"We are looking forward to working together," he said.
Both sides discussed the expansion of crude oil imports from Kuwait to support Bangladesh's growing energy demands.
Prof Yunus also invited Kuwait to invest in a crude oil refinery in Bangladesh through a joint venture and urged the oil-rich Gulf nation to extend its cooperation in renewable energy projects.
He emphasized the importance of ensuring better working conditions for Bangladeshi workers, particularly female workers, in Kuwait.
He also acknowledged the strong defense collaboration between the two countries and praised the professionalism of Bangladeshi military personnel serving in Kuwait.
Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to deepening economic and diplomatic ties.
"Our partnership is built on mutual respect and cooperation. We are committed to expanding collaboration in trade, energy, and beyond," the chief adviser said.
