SDS Executive Director Ms. Rabeya Begum attended and delivered a speech at the event titled “Stepping Forward: The Inauguration of RAISE-2,” organized by PKSF with the vision of promoting democratization of the economy and inclusive development.
The Honorable Minister of Finance and Planning, Mr. Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury, attended the event as the Chief Guest. In his speech, he stated that the democratization of the economy is one of the government’s key commitments. He emphasized that the government remains determined to ensure sustainable, participatory, and inclusive development by integrating marginalized and disadvantaged communities into the mainstream of economic activities.
The event was chaired by PKSF Chairman Mr. Zakir Ahmed Khan. Special Guest at the event was Ms. Nazma Mobarek, Secretary of the Financial Institutions Division. Dr. Gayle H. Martin, Acting Division Director for Bangladesh and Bhutan at the World Bank, attended as the Guest of Honor. The welcome speech was delivered by PKSF Managing Director Mr. Md. Fazlul Kader.
