Dhaka, Oct. 14 -- Bangladesh's Chief Adviser, Professor Muhammad Yunus, on Sunday urged the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) to establish a social business fund aimed at supporting young agricultural entrepreneurs, women, farmers, and food processors in Bangladesh.
Professor Yunus made the proposal during a meeting with IFAD President Alvaro Lario on the sidelines of the World Food Forum in Rome, Italy.
"I encourage you to create a social business fund," said Professor Yunus. "Such a fund would address social issues including healthcare for poor and promote entrepreneurship among youth, farmers, women, and those involved in the fishing industry."
During their meeting, the two leaders discussed a range of strategic i...