DHAKA, Jan 21, 2026 (BSS) - The Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) and Central Depository Bangladesh Limited (CDBL) convened a high-level meeting today to discuss the automation and structural modernization of the country's capital market.
 
Held at the BSEC Bhaban in Agargaon, the meeting was presided over by BSEC Chairman Khondoker Rashed Maqsood, while the CDBL delegation was led by its Chairman, Tapan Chowdhury, said a press release.
 
The discussions focused on a range of critical issues, including capital market automation, structural modernization, the development of Know Your Customer (KYC) systems, the modernization of surveillance, ensuring institutional good governance, and overall market development.
 
During the meeting, Khondoker Rashed Maqsood emphasized the necessity of listing companies with strong fundamentals in the capital market.
 
He noted that new IPO rules have created opportunities for price discovery through more professional and world-class methods.
 
Highlighting CDBL's pivotal position, Maqsood stated that the commission wishes to see CDBL take on a leadership role in developing KYC systems and modernizing surveillance.
 
Furthermore, he expressed the commission's interest in seeing CDBL adopt a new role as a custodian to aid in the development of the mutual fund sector.
 
In response, CDBL Chairman Tapan Chowdhury remarked that companies should turn to the capital market for long-term financing.
 
He assured the commission that CDBL would provide all necessary cooperation for the development of the capital market.
 
The meeting was attended by several senior officials, including BSEC Commissioners Md. Mohsin Chowdhury, Md. Ali Akbar, Farzana Lalarukh, and Md. Saifuddin.
 
 From CDBL, Managing Director Md. Abdul Matleb and Chief Financial Officer and Company Secretary Mohammad Shahidul Islam were present, alongside BSEC executive directors and other relevant officials.