Dhaka, June 2 -- A Tk 1 billion startup fund and a set of tax reliefs for the ICT sector, blue economy research, and green technology have been proposed in the budget for the upcoming 2025-26 fiscal year to promote innovation and entrepreneurship.

Finance Advisor Salehuddin Ahmed outlined the initiatives on Monday during a nationally televised address.

SUPPORT FOR ENTREPRENEURS

To support new technology-based ventures and young entrepreneurs, the interim government has proposed a Tk 1 billion fund.

The initiative aims to offer capital assistance and business training opportunities to promising startups, said Salehuddin.

BLUE ECONOMY

To tap into the potential of marine resources, the budget proposes Tk 2 billion for research into the...