The potential of the Bangladeshi insurance sector has long been a subject of optimistic debate. Yet, the industry’s true litmus test lies in a single, pivotal moment: claim settlement. Insurance is not a luxury; it is a vital financial covenant designed to mitigate an uncertain future. Whether facing the death of a breadwinner, a catastrophic […]

Bangladesh’s insurance regulator has formally recognised outstanding ethical standards, transparency and good governance in the industry through the IDRA Insurance Excellence Award 2025, presented at a high-profile ceremony in Dhaka on Thursday, 29 January. The initiative, organised by the Insurance Development and Regulatory Authority (IDRA), aims to strengthen public confidence in insurance services and encourage […]

Just three days before Bangladesh’s forthcoming parliamentary election, the interim government is set to sign a significant tariff agreement with the United States, marking a notable development in the country’s external trade relations. The agreement is scheduled to be signed on 9 February in Washington, DC, with Bangladesh’s delegation led by Commerce Adviser Sheikh Bashir […]