Salehuddin urges private sector to lead in job creation | Business

DHAKA, Sept 23, 2025 (BSS) - Finance Adviser Dr. Salehuddin Ahmed has called on the private sector to take a more prominent role in generating employment and expanding into global markets, noting that the government alone cannot sustain long-term economic growth. "Private companies -- rather than the state -- must be the main driver of employment. The government can only create jobs in a few areas. It is private sector development that will truly fuel employment," he said while addressing the 23rd edition of the DHL-The Daily Star Bangladesh Business Awards at a city hotel today. Dr. Salehuddin stressed the need for the private sector to prepare for tougher global competition, especially as Bangladesh approaches its graduation from the Least...