The Pakistan-Bangladesh Business Forum, 2025 was inaugurated in Dhaka today (April 28) aiming to enhance bilateral trade and commercial cooperation between the two countries.
Bangladesh’s Adviser for Commerce, Sk. Bashir Uddin, and Pakistan’s High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Syed Ahmed Maroof, jointly inaugurated the forum.
The Forum featured a visiting multi-sectoral business delegation from Pakistan, representing textiles, sports goods, sports-wear, and maize sectors.
Sk. Bashir Uddin said the importance of engagement between the business communities of both countries to tap the untapped trade potential and foster sustainable commercial ties for mutual benefit.
He welcomed the delegation from Pakistan and expressed hope that the Forum would open new avenues for mutual trade, investment, and economic collaboration.
"We have shared goals and shared aspirations. We need to find enablers and I am sure there are many opportunities which can resonate and create true business opportunities, “said the Adviser.
He also encouraged the delegates to shake hands and ensure that the bi-lateral trade can rise to its true potential.
The Adviser assured the business leaders of the Interim Government’s full support and facilitation to enhance bilateral trade.
Syed Ahmed Maroof while speaking underlined that Pakistan and Bangladesh, with their complementary economies and dynamic business communities, hold significant potential for bilateral trade and investment.
The Forum also entailed signing of an MoU between Bangladesh Garments Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) and Pakistan Readymade Garments Manufacturers and Exporters aassociation. An MoU was also signed between Bangladesh Knitwear Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BKMEA) and Pakistan Hosiery Manufactuers Association (PHMA)
Business leaders from both Pakistan and Bangladesh attending the Forum expressed optimism that the platform would help identify new areas of cooperation, encourage direct interactions, and lay the groundwork for expanding trade and commercial partnerships in the coming months.
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