PM to lay foundation of Laldia Container Terminal on August 30

The minister said these things in a meeting with a delegation of Danish company APM Terminals at the Ministry of Shipping this Thursday morning.

He further said construction of this modern and internationally standard terminal will further increase the capacity of Chattogram port. This project will play an important role in creating new employment opportunities, expanding trade and commerce, and further strengthening the national economy.

In the meeting, the Minister of Shipping praised Denmark's socio-economic development and technological excellence and sought cooperation from the Danish government and its investors in developing and modernising Bangladesh's port infrastructure.

He said there is a favourable environment for foreign investment in Bangladesh and there is huge potential for investment in the port and shipping sector. He also assured that foreign investors will be given the utmost cooperation.

The minister said it is necessary to make port infrastructure more modern, efficient and capable in line with Bangladesh's economic growth and trade expansion. In this regard, the government is working with importance on ensuring the use of international experience and modern technology.

At the meeting, members of the APM Terminals delegation thanked the Bangladesh government for investment and cooperation in developing port and terminal infrastructure in Bangladesh. They discussed utilising modern technology, management expertise and international experience in Bangladesh's port sector, including Laldia Container Terminal.

The meeting was attended by Shipping Ministry Secretary Zakaria, Chairman of Chittagong Port Authority, senior officials of the ministry and the CEO of APM Terminals.