Dhaka, March 23 -- A recent survey by the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) has revealed that Japanese investors see political and social instability as the biggest problem in doing business in Bangladesh.
However, despite these, most entrepreneurs have shown interest in expanding their business in this country, considering the cheap labour and market opportunities.
The survey was conducted in August-September last year, involving 13,727 Japanese companies in the Asia-Pacific region, including 175 companies operating in Bangladesh.
It found that the Japanese companies' business confidence has increased and profits also improved in Bangladesh.
However, their profits have declined in some countries, such as China and Thailand, due...