Mr. Abdul Haque

A Snapshot of Mr. Abdul Haque

Career Summary

Abdul Haque is a pioneering entrepreneur, freedom fighter, policy influencer, and a bridge-builder in Bangladesh’s private sector. With over 50 years of professional experience, he is recognized as the pioneer of the reconditioned automobile industry in Bangladesh and a respected leader in economic diplomacy, particularly in strengthening Bangladesh–Japan relations. He has served multiple times as a Director of FBCCI, President of JBCCI and BARVIDA, and Director of key national institutions including Janata Bank, BRTA, Teletalk, and IDCOL.

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Professional Experience

Founder & Managing Director

Haq’s Bay Automobiles Ltd. (1989 – Present)

  • Established Bangladesh’s first structured and transparent reconditioned automobile business.
  • Transformed public perception of reconditioned cars by ensuring international standards, transparency, and customer care.
  • Played a pioneering role in reviving Mongla Port in 2009, creating a new channel for automobile imports and boosting economic activity.

President

Bangladesh Reconditioned Vehicles Importers and Dealers Association (BARVIDA)

  • Founder of BARVIDA, providing a structured institutional framework for the automobile import industry.
  • Introduced reforms in tariff rationalization, depreciation rules, and after-sales quality standards.
  • Elevated the reconditioned car sector into a reliable and sustainable market.

President

Japan-Bangladesh Chamber of Commerce & Industry (JBCCI)

  • Strengthened bilateral trade and investment cooperation with Japan.
  • Promoted Japanese values of discipline, efficiency, and customer care in Bangladesh’s business culture.
  • Organized the Japan Trade Fair 2009 in Dhaka, creating new investment and cultural exchanges.

Director

Federation of Bangladesh Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FBCCI)

  • Served six terms as elected Director of Bangladesh’s apex trade body.
  • Contributed to budget committees, VAT and customs reforms, SME development, and investment policy frameworks.
  • Advocated for policy reforms to improve trade facilitation, infrastructure, and investment-friendly taxation.

Other Directorships & Roles

Advisory Roles: Member of Bangladesh Bank Selection Committee, Strategic Transport Plan Advisory Council, and Deep-Sea Port Authority Drafting Committee.

Director, Janata Bank – policy-making and restructuring of financial services.

Director, Bangladesh Road Transport Authority (BRTA) – transport regulation and modernization.

Director, Teletalk Bangladesh Ltd. – telecom expansion and digital connectivity.

Director, IDCOL (Infrastructure Development Company Ltd.) – infrastructure financing and development.

Awards & Recognition

Founder & Managing DThe Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Rosette – Awarded by His Majesty the Emperor of Japan (2022).

Foreign Minister’s Commendation (Japan, 2019).

Commercially Important Person (CIP) – Recognized four times by the Government of Bangladesh.

Top Taxpayer Award & “Tax Bahadur” (2017).

Special Recognition by the President of Bangladesh for reviving Mongla Port (2009).

Multiple international representations including British Parliament House of Commons (1999) and G7 Outreach Summit.

Social Contributions

  • Founder, Shaherbanou Ideal School & College (Comilla, 2002): A modern educational institution emphasizing creativity, reasoning, and values over rote learning. All operational costs borne personally by Mr. Haque.
  • Founder, Munshi Jinnat Ali Welfare Trust: Supporting healthcare, poverty alleviation, and community development.
  • Founder, Projukti Peeth: A social development organization focusing on youth empowerment, technology, and entrepreneurship.
  • Board Member, Independent University Bangladesh (IUB): Supporting higher education and research.