Bangladesh Bank wins Global Inclusion Award

Economic Correspondent: Bangladesh Bank (BB) has achieved 'Global Inclusion Award 2017' under the category of Global Money Week Award for its sustainable and innovative financial inclusion and financial education initiatives.

BB Deputy Governor SK Sur Chowdhury received the prestigious award in a colorful ceremony held on May 3 at Berlin in Germany, according to a press release issued on Thursday.

The award has been given to Bangladesh Bank for its sustainable and innovative financial inclusion and financial education initiatives, the release said.

Daffodil International University and JobsBD have also been recognised along with Bangladesh Bank in the award.

The Global Inclusion Awards 2017, a Child and Youth Financial Inclusion (CYFI) initiative, recognises and honors those who achieve greatness and demonstrate innovation in financial, social and livelihoods education, financial inclusion, and entrepreneurial support for children and youth at the national, regional and international level.

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