On the initiative of the Honorable President of the Bangladesh China Chamber of Commerce & Industry (BCCCI), Mr. Mohd. Khorshed Alam, a joint business delegation comprising representatives from BCCCI and the Chinese Enterprises Association in Bangladesh (CEAB) paid a courtesy call on Mr. Golam Rasul, Chief of the Special Branch (SB), at the SB Head Office in Dhaka on Wednesday (10 December, 2025).
During the meeting, the SB Chief warmly welcomed the delegation and engaged in constructive discussions on several key issues affecting Chinese entrepreneurs operating in Bangladesh. The discussion focused on matters related to visa processing, SB security clearances, work permit formalities, and other administrative procedures.
Mr. Golam Rasul informed the delegation that significant progress has already been made in simplifying these services and ensuring faster responses. He emphasized the government’s strong commitment to facilitating foreign investment and assured that the Special Branch is continuously working to streamline its operational processes.
To further enhance efficiency and responsiveness, he proposed organizing regular coordination meetings between SB officials and business representatives from BCCCI and CEAB. This collaborative platform is expected to help identify challenges early and ensure smoother business operations across the country.
The Presidents of both BCCCI and CEAB expressed their sincere gratitude to the SB Chief for his proactive and visionary measures. They stated that such coordinated efforts will significantly improve the investment climate for Chinese entrepreneurs in Bangladesh and expressed confidence that issues related to work permits, visas, security clearances, and associated administrative formalities will be resolved more effectively through this structured approach.
The meeting concluded on a positive note, with both parties acknowledging the importance of sustained cooperation to further strengthen bilateral business relations. Also present during the courtesy call were BCCCI Secretary General Mr. Jamilur Rahman, Senior Vice President Mr. Hanjing Chao, Executive Director Md. Abu Taher, and senior members of CEAB.
