Bangladesh has made very good progress in sustainable and green banking.

Bangladesh now has a well-structured foundation for green banking, underpinned by strong commitment from the central bank.

The Daily Star (TDS): How would you assess the current state of sustainable banking in Bangladesh?

The Daily Star (TDS): How would you assess the current state of sustainable banking in Bangladesh?

Over the past five years, driven by Bangladesh Bank’s directives, low-interest loan facilities, preferential treatment from correspondent banks and multilateral lenders, and their own initiatives, banks and non-banking financial institutions (NBFIs) have increasingly prioritised environmentally friendly and sustainable projects for lending.

The Daily Star (TDS): How would you assess the current state of sustainable banking in Bangladesh?

The Daily Star (TDS): How would you assess the current state of sustainable banking in Bangladesh?

Over the past decade, sustainable and green banking in Bangladesh has made remarkable progress.

Sustainable banking in Bangladesh has made remarkable strides in recent years, transitioning from a niche concept to a core strategic priority within the financial sector.

Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are often described as the backbone of Bangladesh’s economy, employing millions and driving growth in every corner of the country.

In the banking sector of Bangladesh, the journey towards sustainable and green banking started a long time ago with the initiative of Bangladesh Bank.

The Daily Star (TDS): How would you assess the current state of sustainable banking in Bangladesh?

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