The cabinet today approved the "Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Incentive Scheme Policy, 2026", aimed at encouraging Bangladeshis living abroad to invest in the country.

The policy was approved at a cabinet meeting held at the Secretariat tonight and chaired by Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, according to a press release issued by the Cabinet Division.

The Cabinet Division, however, did not disclose the specific benefits or incentives outlined in the policy.

Meanwhile, the cabinet approved the draft of the "Bangladesh Medical University (Amendment) Act, 2026".

Once the amendment becomes law, Bangladesh Medical University will be able to form profit and non-profit companies or acquire shares in other companies.

The cabinet also formally congratulated Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman on being elected president of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly.