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Bangladesh EPZ Investment Incentives Data
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This dataset provides key information related to the Export Processing Zones (EPZs) of Bangladesh, specifically detailing investment incentives. It serves to stimulate rapid economic growth, particularly through industrialisation, by attracting foreign and local investment. The government's 'Open Door Policy' supports this initiative, with the Bangladesh Export Processing Zones Authority (BEPZA) acting as the official body to promote and facilitate such investments. EPZs are defined as territorial or economic enclaves where goods can be imported, manufactured, and re-shipped with reduced duties and minimal customs intervention. This data helps to understand the congenial investment climate offered, free from cumbersome procedures, and highlights the fiscal and non-fiscal incentives available.
Columns
The primary data file, 'IncentivesForDevelopers.csv', includes the following columns:
- Serial: A unique sequential identifier for each listed incentive.
- Incentives: Describes the specific type of incentive provided to investors within the EPZs. The most common incentive detailed is an Income Tax exemption of varying degrees over a 12-year period, including 100% exemption for the initial 10 years.
- Explanation: Offers a detailed breakdown of how each incentive is applied. For instance, the income tax exemption is typically 100% for the first 10 years, 70% in the 11th year, and 30% in the 12th year.
- Gazettes: References official government gazette notifications or statutory regulatory orders (SROs) that legally establish or confirm these incentives. An example provided is SRO No 227-Law/Income Tax/2015 dated 08 July 2015.
Distribution
The dataset is provided in CSV format and includes multiple files, notably
data.csv, RentAndTarrif.csv, and IncentivesForDevelopers.csv. The IncentivesForDevelopers.csv file, which is described in detail, contains 15 records or rows. Specific row counts for data.csv and RentAndTarrif.csv are not available, but IncentivesForDevelopers.csv has a size of 2.91 kB.Usage
This dataset is ideal for:
- Investment analysis: Suggesting suitable zones for investment by evaluating various factors, including available incentives.
- Economic policy research: Understanding the impact of EPZs on industrialisation, export promotion, and employment generation in Bangladesh.
- Business planning: Foreign and local investors can use this data to assess the benefits and conditions for setting up ventures in Bangladesh's EPZs.
- Academic studies: Educational purposes related to international trade, special economic zones, and development economics.
- Compliance monitoring: Understanding the regulatory framework and incentives related to social, environmental, safety, and security compliances within EPZs.
Coverage
The dataset primarily covers the Export Processing Zones (EPZs) of Bangladesh, including specific zones such as Chittagong, Dhaka, Mongla, Ishwardi, Comilla, Uttara, Adamjee, and Karnaphuli EPZ. It focuses on investment data and incentives, applicable to both foreign and local investors. Ownership types include 100% foreign ownership (58%), joint ventures (14%), and 100% local ventures (28%). While specific time ranges for all data are not given, the listed income tax exemption is for a 12-year period, and a relevant gazette is dated 08 July 2015.
License
CC0: Public Domain
Who Can Use It
- Potential Investors (Foreign & Local): To identify investment opportunities and understand the fiscal and non-fiscal incentives offered in Bangladesh's EPZs.
- Economists & Researchers: For studying the effectiveness of EPZ policies, foreign direct investment, and economic development strategies.
- Government Officials: To review and formulate policies related to industrialisation, export growth, and investment promotion.
- Business Development Professionals: To advise companies on market entry and expansion strategies in Bangladesh.
- Students: For academic projects and learning about international business and economic zones.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- Bangladesh EPZ Investment Incentives Data
- BEPZA Export Processing Zones Investment Overview
- Bangladesh Industrialisation & Investment Data
- EPZ Fiscal Incentives Bangladesh
- Bangladesh Foreign Investment Opportunities
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