The issue of responsible business and sustainable trade should not be confined to the manufacturer’s level, said Faruque Hassan, President of BGMEA. “Because manufacturers are a part of the supply chain and very individuals within the supply chain has their own roles and responsibility. So, a hand-holding approach is needed to
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BGMEA for stakeholders collaboration to achieve shared sustainability goals
BGMEA President Faruque Hassan has urged all the stakeholders, including buyers, to join hands together to achieve shared goals around sustainability in order to secure a safe and bright future. “To what extent climate change will change the world is still unclear, but one thing is certain: businesses can no longer
Technology can accelerate gender equality: BGMEA President
Innovation and technology hold immense potential for accelerating gender equality and women's empowerment, which is a prerequisite for sustainable development in Bangladesh, said Faruque Hassan, President of BGMEA. "Digital technologies can offer solutions that can be used to meet women's needs and promote their empowerment. For example, digital literacy and skills
RMG committed to ensure workers healthcare: BGMEA
The ready-made garment industry of Bangladesh is committed to ensuring safer and healthier environment for workers, especially women, who are at the heart of the industry, said Faruque Hassan, President of BGMEA. “As we recognize the crucial role that workers play in this industry, we also consider it as an imperative
Young will drive economic growth of Bangladesh: BGMEA President
BGMEA President Faruque Hassan has laid emphasis on providing young people with the skills, knowledge, and resources they need to succeed in the business world as they achievements would contribute to building a more prosperous and better Bangladesh. "We have a young and vibrant population that has the potential to drive
BGMEA, Oxfam discuss ways to collaborate with buyers
Oxfam and the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) Thursday discussed how they could collaborate with buyers to make trade fairer which would benefit the apparel industry and its millions of workers as well. A delegation of Oxfam comprising members from Oxfam Australia and Canada met with BGMEA President Faruque
BGMEA, Jack for building tech capacity of RMG
BGMEA president Faruque Hassan called on Jack, a leading Chinese sewing machine manufacturer, to support the apparel industry in Bangladesh through technology transfer and sharing expertise in advanced machinery. "As one of the largest garment machinery manufacturers, Jack Machine could be an important partner in improving productivity and efficiency in high-quality
BGMEA adds digital X-ray machine in its hospital
Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) has taken a step forward to improve the healthcare services by introducing a modern digital X-ray machine at the BGMEA Hospital in Chattogram, a press release said Wednesday. The initiative aims to provide better medical services to garment workers at free of cost while
BGMEA seeks simplified bond services for RMG sector
BGMEA President Faruque Hassan has urged the Customs Bond Commissionerate to streamline customs and bond related procedures and provide faster services for the RMG industry. “RMG exports is a very time-bound business where every second is counted. Day by day the competition is getting stiffer and buyers want their orders delivered
BGMEA for Bangladesh-China collaboration in RMG sector
BGMEA President Faruque Hassan emphasised the need for stepping up collaboration between Bangladesh and China to expand bilateral trade between the two countries, especially in apparel and textile sector. The remarks came as China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT TEX) sub-council vice chairman Zhang Tao called on the