10 Best Leaders in Bangladesh - 2021

Bangladesh has shown a sustained economic growth along with remarkable progress in poverty reduction during the past few decades. Over the past decade, it has been one among the fastest growing economies of the world. It is expected to change from the UN's least developed countries list and to be in the list of lower-middle income countries in 2026. According to the HSBC report, Bangladesh is expected to become the 26th largest economy from the current 42nd position by 2030, moving ahead of the Philippines, Pakistan, Vietnam and Malaysia.

Since independence in 1972 Bangladesh had gone through the hands of 20 leaders, Each contributing to its development. In 1975 president Zia ur-Rahman made notable achievements in the reconstruction and development of Bangladesh. He   the military, empowered the bureaucracy and improved law and order while emphasizing in food production, irrigation, primary education and rural development. Followed by Khaleda Zia ur-Rahman, who contributed in reducing corruption in the country. He was followed by Shake Hasena who ruled the country for 20 years. It is Sheik Haseena's contribution that has transformed Bangladesh to the status of a developing country from least developed country status.

This issue of the CEO Insight magazine introduces you to a list of "10 Best Leaders in Bangladesh - 2021" crafted by a team of Industry veterans, CEOs, VCs and the CEO Insight editorial team thus delivering inspiring stories of their journey, the contributions & roles played by them in the creation and empowerment of a powerful nation.