Post by VEON

VEON is committing USD 250 million over the coming years as anchor investment in a new initiative to attract USD 1 billion in foreign direct investment to Bangladesh. Augie K Fabela II, Chairman and Founder of the Board of VEON along with Board Member Michiel Soeting; and banglalink CEO Johan Buse met with Honourable Prime Minister Tarique Rahman yesterday in Dhaka to outline the framework for launching "Invest in Bangladesh NOW", a first of its kind public private partnership proposed in collaboration with the Government of Bangladesh, including the Ministry of Posts, Telecommunications and ICT. The proposed investment will focus on advanced connectivity, next generation digital infrastructure, digital financial services, and artificial intelligence (AI). Beyond its own investment, VEON intends to leverage its global network to encourage other international investors to explore opportunities in Bangladesh's rapidly growing digital economy. 🔗 Read more at: https://lnkd.in/eZbbCWe8