Dhaka, April 13 -- Minister for Social Welfare and Women and Children Affairs Prof Dr AZM Zahid Hossain on Monday said that small-scale efforts by grassroots entrepreneurs can place Bangladesh's economy on a strong foundation of self-reliance.

He said that in the current global context marked by instability and crises, self-sufficiency is the key strength for a nation's survival. Strengthening the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector and ensuring the maximum use of local resources could be an effective pathway to sustainable development, he added.

The minister made the remarks while speaking as the chief guest at the opening session of 'Chayanika Women Entrepreneurs Festival 2026', organised by Chayanika at Bangladesh Mahila Samiti ...