DHAKA, Jan 25, (V7N) – The 4th Bangladesh Remittance Fair 2025 will take place in New York on April 19-20, aiming to boost the flow of remittances from the United States to Bangladesh. The event, jointly organized by the Bangladesh-USA Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BUCCI) and USA-Bangladesh Business Links, will be held at Jackson Heights, New York.

Under the theme "Legal Remittance, Better Bangladesh," the fair will focus on enhancing transparent and compliant remittance processes to support Bangladesh's economic growth and strengthen its foreign reserves.

Key Highlights of the Event

Inauguration: Dr. Ahsan H Mansur, Governor of Bangladesh Bank, is expected to attend as the chief guest.

Stakeholders: The event will bring together representatives from banks, mobile financial service providers, app developers, money exchange houses, and channel partners.

Programs: The fair will feature product showcases, presentations, interactive discussions, Q&A sessions, and a Networking Dinner. Participants will include officials from the New York State Department of Financial Services and major money exchange companies, providing a platform to explore partnerships and learn about innovations in remittance technology.

Recognitions at the Previous Fair

At the 2024 edition, several organizations and individuals were honored:

Top Remittance Bank Receiver Award 2024: Islami Bank Bangladesh PLC, National Bank Limited, and Bank Asia PLC.

Top Remittance Channel Partner 2024: BA Express, Sunman Global Express, and Standard Express.

Top Individual Remittance Award 2024: Presented to 10 notable remitters.

Expected Impact

The fair is poised to bolster remittance inflows through improved efficiency and security in money transfer systems while encouraging the use of legal channels. The collaborative event will continue to serve as a bridge between Bangladeshi expatriates and the nation’s financial ecosystem, ensuring sustainable economic growth.

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