Dhaka, May 6 -- Entrepreneurs from Bangladesh's thriving information technology (IT) industry have called for an extension of the current tax exemption facility for another three years, emphasizing its crucial role in maintaining the sector's momentum.

The demand was voiced during a seminar on "Investment Climate for Smart Bangladesh" held at a city hotel on Sunday.

Private Industry and Investment Advisor to the Prime Minister, Salman F Rahman, echoed his support for the extension while addressing attendees at the event.

The existing tax exemption period for the IT sector is set to conclude on June 30 of this year, prompting concerns among industry stakeholders about its potential impact on the sector's growth trajectory.

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