Dhaka, Oct. 10 -- The upcoming visit of Prime Minister Tarique Rahman to Japan could open new investment opportunities for Bangladesh, with Japanese companies preparing to reaffirm their long-term commitment to the country amid renewed confidence in its political stability, Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) Country Representative Kazuiki Kataoka has said.

In an exclusive interview with UNB, Kataoka said the formation of a new government in February has improved the investment climate, encouraging major Japanese companies and senior executives to visit Bangladesh, assess the market and conduct feasibility studies for potential investments.

"In comparison with the last interim government, we can say that there is one big improveme...