Dhaka, April 23 -- Business leaders in Bangladesh remain uncertain and hesitant about expanding operations and making fresh investments, largely due to concerns over energy supply, said Mahbubur Rahman, President of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC).

He noted that entrepreneurs are still unsure whether they will have access to adequate gas and electricity, which is dampening investment sentiment.

To overcome the situation, he stressed the need to bridge the gap between the government and the private sector and to ensure greater clarity in economic policy planning. "The government and businesses must work together for the country," he added.

He made the remarks as the chief guest at a dialogue titled "Macroeconomic Insights: E...