Chinese Ambassador to Bangladesh Yao Wen on Tuesday (Dec 17) met Anwar Hossain, administrator of Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA), at the BGMEA Complex in the city. At the meeting, they focused on strengthening bilateral ties and exploring opportunities for further collaboration between China and Bangladesh, particularly in the apparel and textile sectors, said a BGMEA press release.
At the outset, Anwar Hossain provided an overview of Bangladesh's thriving ready-made garment (RMG) industry, highlighting key priorities such as diversifying into high-value non-cotton garments, fostering environmental sustainability, and facilitating technological up-gradation. He stressed the importance of knowledge sharing between Bangladeshi and Chinese textile and fashion institutions.
Anwar Hossain also laid emphasis on diversifying export items to the Chinese market and exchanging visits by business delegations from both the countries as well as participating in trade exhibitions to explore bilateral trade and investment prospects.
The BGMEA administrator also urged the Chinese Ambassador to extend more support to Bangladeshi businessmen by sharing market intelligence to facilitate smoother business interactions and trade with China.
Ambassador Yao Wen highlighted China's role as a major supplier of man-made fibre-based fabrics, chemicals, and other raw materials, which can meet the growing demand of Bangladesh’s apparel industry.
BGMEA Support Committee members Miran Ali and Shehab Udduza Chowdhury were also present.
