TDS Desk

Bangladesh is set to host an international investment conference in April 2025, and global business magnate Elon Musk is expected to attend this landmark event in Dhaka.

According to multiple reliable sources, the government is optimistic about Musk’s participation.

In a promising development, Musk’s senior security advisor recently visited Dhaka to assess arrangements, bolstering the likelihood of his presence.

The conference, organized by the Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA), aims to attract global investors and showcase Bangladesh as a promising destination for international investment.

Government officials have expressed their determination to make this conference the most significant of its kind in Bangladesh’s 53-year history.

Preparations are underway, with a proposed three-day schedule and a curated guest list targeting some of the world’s wealthiest and most influential figures, including Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison.

ELON MUSK: A GLOBAL ECONOMIC FORCE

Elon Musk’s attendance would be a significant milestone for the conference. Recently, he made headlines for becoming the first person in history to reach a net worth of $400 billion, according to Bloomberg.

This achievement reflects the extraordinary growth of his companies, Tesla and SpaceX, solidifying his status as the world’s richest individual.

Beyond his business accomplishments, Musk has also made his mark in the political sphere. His influence in Donald Trump’s recent re-election as President of the United States is notable, with reports suggesting that favorable market conditions under Trump’s administration have boosted Musk’s business ventures.

Furthermore, Musk’s close associate, Sriram Krishnan, of Indian origin, has been appointed to the White House’s AI policy-making committee, a move announced by President Trump himself.

NOBEL LAUREATE DR. MUHAMMAD YUNUS TO PLAY A KEY ROLE

Nobel laureate Dr. Muhammad Yunus, serving as the chief advisor to Bangladesh’s interim government, is expected to play a pivotal role in the event.

Efforts are being made to leverage his global reputation and influence to secure the participation of high-profile international guests, including Musk, Bezos, and Ellison. Dr. Yunus’s involvement is seen as crucial for ensuring the conference’s success and attracting significant foreign investment.

AIMING FOR SUCCESS AMIDST PAST CHALLENGES

While Bangladesh has organized investment conferences in the past, none have achieved the desired impact. However, this upcoming conference, scheduled for early April, is being positioned as a game-changer.

The entire government machinery is involved in its planning and execution, with the aim of making it a landmark event in the country’s economic history.

A PROMISING FUTURE

By targeting global tycoons and presenting Bangladesh as an emerging hub for investment, the government seeks to chart a new path of economic progress.

The potential presence of Elon Musk, along with other global investors, underscores the ambitious vision of this conference.