Bangladesh, Sept. 12 -- Government and the American Chamber of Commerce in Bangladesh (AmCham) will work together to attract an additional $5.0 billion in US investment into Bangladesh over the next five years, Commerce Minister Khandaker Abdul Muktadir said.

"The government is fully prepared to work closely with US institutions to boost investment, create employment, transfer technology, and expand economic opportunities in Bangladesh," he said.

He made the remarks while speaking as chief guest at the 30th anniversary celebration of AmCham Bangladesh, held at Radisson Blu Water Garden ballroom in the capital on Saturday.

US Ambassador to Bangladesh Brent T Christensen, AmCham President Syed Mohammad Kamal, Vice President Alauddin Aza...