Dhaka, Nov. 13 -- Commerce Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir has described corporate governance as an essential foundation for sustainable economic development, institutional transparency and greater business competitiveness.

"Corporate governance is no longer merely a matter of legal obligation or regulatory compliance; rather, it is one of the key preconditions for an institution's long-term sustainability, investor confidence and a responsible business environment," the minister made the remarks while speaking at the "13th ICSB National Award 2025 for Corporate Governance Excellence," organised by the Institute of Chartered Secretaries of Bangladesh (ICSB) at a city hotel on Thursday night.

He said financial success alone, without go...