CGS Business Summit 2026 begins in Chattogram

CGS Business Summit 2026 has started at the Chittagong Club Auditorium in the port city today, aiming to promote practical business knowledge, mentorship and entrepreneurship among young people.

Mohammad Amirul Hoque, president of the Chittagong Chamber of Commerce & Industry, inaugurated the three-day summit as the chief guest, according to a press release.

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In his inaugural speech, Amirul said the Chittagong Chamber remains committed to fostering new-generation entrepreneurs for the broader economic development of the country.

The summit features a three-day business idea competition centred on the theme “Design Your Future”, focusing on sustainability, entrepreneurship and empowerment.

Participating students will have access to more than 12 mentors, four experiential workshops and direct networking opportunities with investors and entrepreneurs.

Participants will gain practical business knowledge and mentorship while pitching their ideas across various business sectors. The competition offers a total prize pool of Tk 1 lakh across three stages.

Around 200 students from Chattogram and other parts of Bangladesh participated in the summit.

Mohammed Almas Shimul, additional managing director of GPH Ispat, and Wasif Salam, director of Asian & DAF Group, attended the event as special guests.

Among others, Rahibra Mahmud Chowdhury, principal of CGS Upper, along with organisers and representatives from different organisations, was also present.