Dhaka, June 5 -- The securities regulator will work closely with the government and the National Board of Revenue (NBR) to launch a comprehensive 'Listed Company Advantage Programme' aimed at attracting quality companies to the secondary market, said its newly appointed chief.

Immediately after assuming office on Thursday, Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) Chairman Masud Khan told a press briefing: "We will actively work with multinational companies, state-owned enterprises, large local conglomerates, public interest entities, and high-growth businesses to encourage their participation in the capital market."

He stressed the need to create competitive advantages for listed companies, noting that many currently view li...