Southeast Bank PLC recently extended its support to farmers by allocating a special CSR fund for agricultural purposes, including cultivation and the procurement of farming machinery.
During the recent annual conference of the Global Alliance of National Human Rights Institutions (GANHRI) in Geneva, Switzerland, Dr. Kamal Uddin Ahmed, Chairman of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of Bangladesh, emphasized the imperative of embedding human rights principles into business practices. He underscored that this integration is not just ethically obligatory but a fundamental aspect of corporate social responsibility.
State Minister for Women and Children Affairs Simeen Hussain (Rimi) MP emphasized the government’s unwavering support for agricultural entrepreneurs, announcing comprehensive stimulus packages during a training program at Barun High School in Kapasia, Gazipur, on May 3rd. She urged young individuals to seize the opportunity to drive agricultural transformation.
Focused on advancing the International Labor Organization’s (ILO) mission of advocating for safer and healthier workplaces globally, Omera, Bangladesh’s largest LPG operator, reaffirmed its commitment to providing environmentally friendly energy solutions. Their recent roundtable, titled “The Impact of LPG as Clean Fuel on Health and Safety,” held at Omera’s corporate headquarters on World Day for Health and Safety, aimed to amplify awareness and address the safety and health implications of LPG usage.
Reflecting on the 11th anniversary of the Rana Plaza tragedy prompts a sobering examination of the corporate social responsibility landscape. The catastrophic event, which claimed the lives of over 1,100 garment workers in Bangladesh, served as a wake-up call for the global community to confront the stark realities endured by those in the garment industry.
The inception of Islami Bank Bangladesh PLC in 1983 marked the beginning of the journey of Islamic banking in Bangladesh. Over the past four decades, Sharia’h-based banking has not only gained popularity but has also become a cornerstone of the nation’s economy. With its emphasis on service-oriented, financially inclusive, and Shariah-compliant banking, this sector has played a pivotal role in supporting entrepreneurial activities and fostering economic growth nationwide.
Global organizations unite to promote quality education and sustainable development
Social activists and monitoring groups have joined forces to call on the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to increase its support for renewable energy initiatives in Bangladesh. Under the banner “Protect People and Planet Over Profit,” they convened at Hotel Safe Garden in Rajshahi city to emphasize the importance of ensuring a fair and equitable transition to sustainable energy sources.
Eco Thinkers, an organization headquartered in Malaysia, took the lead in organizing the “Beyond the Buzz: Realizing ESG’s Value” webinar on April 18th, with the aim of catalyzing a paradigm shift towards ethical and strategic Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices. This virtual gathering brought together thought leaders and industry experts to explore the intricacies of ESG integration and propose actionable solutions for businesses striving to adopt sustainable and resilient operational frameworks.
The driving forces behind Bangladesh’s economy in its first 50 years of independence were primarily farmers, RMG (Ready-Made Garments) workers, and migrant laborers, as highlighted in a recent publication from London. However, experts predict that their significance will shift in the years ahead.
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