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“THE AERO VISION
BANGLADESH LIMITED” is a fast
growing business centre draped in a multinational environment.
Our business interests are diversified and rely totally on
un-compromised quality of service. Managing cordial
relationship with the Governmental Organizations and as well
as with the Private agencies is our added advantage.
Bangladesh in Brief :
Bangladesh`s 147,570 sq km ( roughly the size of England and
Wales) are situated on a fertile alluvial plain formed by
large rivers, the Padma and the Jamuna. Its topography is flat
with no great mountains or deserts, and its rivers are vast.
Bangladesh is bordered by India to the north-east and west,
Myanmar to the south-east, and the Bay of Bengal to the south.
History :
The origin of Bangladesh dates back to the Pundra civilization
of the 3rd century BC. However, the modern history of the
region can be traced back to 1199 when Bengal fell to Muslim
forces from western India and was subjugated to the sultanate
of Delhi. The country as we know it today came into being in
1971 after East Pakistan's glorious and bloody nine-months
battle for independence under the leadership of Bangabandhu
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
Economy:
From a mainly feudal agrarian base, the economy of Bangladesh
has undergone rapid structural transformation towards
manufacturing and services. The contribution of the
agriculture sector to GDP has dwindled from 50 percent in
1972-73 to around 20 percent in 1999-2000. The agricultural
sector is, however, still the main employment provider. The
staple crop is rice, with paddy fields accounting for nearly
70% of all agricultural land. Industrial production growth has
averaged more than 6% over the last 5 years. The export sector
has been the engine of industrial growth, with ready-made
garments leading the way, having grown at an average of 30%
over the last 5 years. Primary products constitute less than
10 percent of the country`s exports; the bulk of exports are
manufactured/processed products, ready-made garments and knit
wears in particular.
Climate:
The climate in Bangladesh is sub-tropical, with temperatures
ranging from a daytime low of 18`c in the cold season to a
maximum of 40`c in the summer. Annual rainfall ranges from 200
to 400 cm. The country has four main seasons, Winter
(Dec-Feb), Summer(Mar-May), Monsoon (Jun-Sep) and Autumn
(Oct-Nov).
Demography:
The population of Bangladesh stands at around 130 m, making it
the 8th most populous nation in the world and one of the most
densely populated, with more than 800 people per square
kilometer. Bangladesh has a young population, with 70% of the
population under the age of 25.
Bangla is the official language. English is the second
language and is used extensively in commerce, media and
education. Nearly 88% of Bangladeshis are Muslims, while
Hindus make up 11% of the population.
Social Development:
Bangladesh has achieved substantial progress in mass literacy,
public health, reduction of population growth and self
employment support for rural poor. Primary education is
compulsory and female education is free through the first
eight years. The strong commitment to primary education and to
gender equity means that three out of four girls now enter
primary education. In the area of health, over 80% of the
country's children are immunized against the six `killer`
diseases. Infant mortality has decreased significantly. There
has been a sharp decline in the fertility rate.
The increased participation of women in poverty alleviation
programmes as well as in Bangladesh's ready-made garments
sector, which provides jobs for more than 1 million women, has
helped create an awareness of women's issues at all levels.
An unparalleled concentration of innovative and committed
non-governmental organizations has brought about a
micro-credit revolution and guided countless indigent women
and landless households into income generating activities. The
safety net programmes initiated by the government in improving
the condition of the poorest to a level of survival are
proving effective.
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