Bangladesh House Building Finance Corporation (BHBFC) and Union Bank Chairman Prof Dr Md Salim Uddin on Saturday said sustainable business is a modern, dynamic, strategic, total society, all-inclusive, and holistic approach to doing business that considers the needs of both current and future generations.
“It balances economic growth, environmental protection, and social progress,” he said.
Salim Uddin, also the professor of Accounting in Chittagong University made the remarks as the keynote speaker in first international seminar on “Sustainable Business and Technology Development for Smart Bangladesh,” read a press release.
The Faculty of Business Administration at the University of Science and Technology Chittagong (USTC) organised the seminar on Saturday with Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Mohammad Soleiman as the chief guest.
Salim Uddin also emphasized that sustainable business as green or eco-friendly business, must operate to minimize negative environmental and social impacts while maximizing positive contributions to the planet and society.
“The integration of sustainable business practices with technology can lead to a Smart Bangladesh characterized by a shared vision of economic growth, social development, environmental sustainability, and technological innovation,” the professor said.
“Collaboration among the government, private sector, civil society, and international partners is essential to realize the vision and ensure that the benefits of technology are accessible to all segments of society,” he added.
Moscow State University of Russia Professor, who received the highest state award for his contribution to higher education Dr Aysmontas Bronyus was present as international speaker.
The impact of the seminar in making Bangladesh smart is closely linked to achieving sustainable development, improving the quality of life, and enhancing economic opportunities for its people. However, it is essential to address challenges such as digital literacy, cybersecurity, and equitable access to technology to ensure that the benefits of technology reach all segments of society.
Dean of the Faculty of Business of USTC Mohammad Sahabuddin presided over the seminar and USTC Pro-VC Prof Nurul Absar, Registrar Dilip Barua, Managing Director of Island Securities Mohammad Mohiuddin, Vice President of Al Arafa Islami Bank Mohammad Azam, Vice President of Exim Bank Mohammad Jahangir Alam was present as special guest.
More than fifty delegates from Islami Bank Bangladesh Plc, Union Bank, Exim Bank, South East Bank, Rupali Bank, Janata Bank, BSRM, GPH, SA Group, Midas, Chittagong Stock Exchange, Padma Oil and various leading public and private institutions of the country and all the students of the Faculty of Business Administration and all the faculty, officials and staff of USTC participated in the seminar.
