CA urges IFAD to create social business fund for young agri-entrepreneurs in Bangladesh | News Flash

DHAKA, Oct 13, 2025 (BSS) - Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus has urged the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) to establish a social business fund aimed at supporting young agricultural entrepreneurs, women, farmers, and food processors in Bangladesh. Professor Yunus made the proposal during a meeting with IFAD President Alvaro Lario on the sidelines of the World Food Forum in Rome, Italy, on Sunday (Rome Time), Chief Adviser's Press Wing said. "I encourage you to create a social business fund,” said Professor Yunus. “Such a fund would address social issues including healthcare for poor and promote entrepreneurship among youth, farmers, women, and those involved in the fishing industry,” he added. During the meeting, the two leaders discussed a range...