Saiful Islam Siddique

Constitutional reform: Update BASIS rules to ensure stronger accountability, clearer leadership transitions, and regular member consultation before major decisions.

Transparent elections: Introduce more credible, technology-enabled election processes with independent oversight, clear timelines, and accessible voter information.

Membership audit: Conduct periodic audits to verify active members, remove inactive or ineligible entries, and protect the integrity of the association.

Tax simplification: Advocate simplified tax and VAT rules for software, IT-enabled services, SaaS, cloud services, and software maintenance.

Long-term tax exemption: Push for predictable income tax exemption or reduced tax facilities for the software and ITES sector to encourage investment and growth.

Export incentive reform: Increase and simplify cash incentives for software and IT service exporters so firms can compete better in global markets.

Support for local software: Promote public and private procurement of Bangladeshi software while maintaining fair competition and quality standards.

Digital government procurement: Reform government ICT procurement so local firms can participate more easily, with transparent tendering, realistic qualifications, and timely payments.

Payment gateway access: Advocate easier access to global payment platforms and cross-border payment systems for freelancers, startups, and export-oriented firms.

Skills development: Expand industry-led training in AI, cybersecurity, cloud computing, data analytics, software testing, project management, and English communication.

Startup and SME support: Create stronger BASIS support desks for small firms, including mentoring, legal guidance, export readiness, and access to financing.

International market development: Strengthen country branding, trade missions, B2B matchmaking, and foreign partnerships to increase ICT exports.

Research and data transparency: Publish regular industry data on exports, employment, skills gaps, market demand, and member needs to guide policy decisions.

Cybersecurity and data protection: Promote practical industry standards for cybersecurity, privacy, and compliance to build trust in Bangladeshi digital services.

Inclusive sector growth: Encourage participation from women entrepreneurs, regional IT firms, young professionals, and emerging technology companies beyond Dhaka.