Dhaka, Aug. 6 -- The Ministry of Commerce has invited government agencies and stakeholders to submit written feedback by Sunday on a draft "Gold Policy 2018 (Amended) 2026," aimed at transforming the country's gold sector from an informal state into a legal, recognised and accountable business sector.

Commerce Minister Khandaker Abdul Muktadir gave the directive on Thursday while chairing a meeting on the draft policy at the ministry's conference room.

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The minister said the gold sector has long played a significant role in the economy but has failed to achieve full institutional shape due to the absence of proper policy and regulatory frameworks, adding that regulatory weaknesses, not businesses a...