Dhaka, Sept. 12 -- The modern economy is increasingly digital, with startups playing a vital role in innovation, employment, and growth. In Bangladesh, nearly 30 million young people are seeking opportunities through startups, freelancing, and AI-driven ventures.

Yet, challenges like insufficient capital, export complications for AI products, and limited policy support for freelancers continue to hinder progress. Experts believe addressing these three areas in an integrated way is essential for building a knowledge-based society and accelerating growth.

Recently, former World Bank Dhaka Office Lead Economist Dr. Zahid Hossain, Association of Bankers Bangladesh (ABB) Chairman and City Bank MD Masrur Arefin, and FBCCI vice-president candi...