DSE offers personalized support to list Chinese firms on capital market
In a significant move to bolster the national capital market, the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) has offered dedicated assistance to Chinese companies interested in the listing and investment process. This initiative was highlighted during a high-level meeting between the DSE management and a 19-member delegation from the Chinese Enterprises Association in Bangladesh (CEAB) held Thursday on DSE premises in the city, said a press release today.
The meeting focused on strategic planning to make the capital market more investment-friendly and to attract new investors. Ma Ben, Vice President of CEAB, led the Chinese delegation, while Nuzhat Anwar, Managing Director of DSE, welcomed the group and outlined the exchange's vision for modernization. During the discussions, Nuzhat Anwar emphasized that the DSE is currently prioritizing market development and effective transformation.
She revealed that a new strategy is being formulated to define the future direction of the market, with a particular focus on engaging Chinese companies to achieve mutual goals. Nuzhat Anwar further noted that China is expected to play a vital role as a partner in the DSE’s upcoming five-year development plan. To facilitate this, the DSE management offered to provide personalized assistance to interested Chinese companies regarding the listing process and investment procedures.
CEAB Vice President Ma Ben highlighted the expanding influence of Chinese enterprises in the country, noting that the association now represents over 250 members. These companies are active in critical sectors including trade, infrastructure, information technology, energy, and logistics. Ma Ben pointed out the significant contributions of Chinese firms to Bangladesh’s national development through projects such as power plants, tunnels, bridges, expressways, and sewage treatment plants.
He expressed optimism that 2026 would be a landmark year for opening "new horizons" in bilateral economic and commercial cooperation. Representing the DSE alongside the Managing Director were Chief Operating Officer Mohammad Asadur Rahman, Chief Technology Officer Dr. Md. Ashifur Rahman, and Chief Financial Officer Md. Adib Hossain Khan. Following the formal meeting, the CEAB delegation toured the DSE Tower’s multipurpose hall and Training Academy.
