The International Labour Organization (ILO) and the Bangladesh Garments Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) have joined hands in a bid to continue the momentum of workplace safety in the garment industry of Bangladesh. An implementation agreement was signed between ILO and BGMEA on 23 January 2022 to strengthen the capacity of
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BGMEA urges government to fast complete Dhaka-Gazipur highway development project
BGMEA President Faruque Hassan urged the government to speed up the implementation of the bus rapid transit project and complete it in the quickest possible time to ease traffic congestion on the Dhaka-Gazipur highway. He also called for immediate steps to keep the highway free from random on-street parking and makeshift
BGMEA urges NBR to simplify business procedures
The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) has urged the National Board of Revenue (NBR) to remove customs and bond related obstacles from the way of business to expedite the growth of the apparel and textile industry. The association also called for simplifying business procedures like inclusion of new raw
Joint committee formed to ensure better supply chain collaboration
A joint committee has been formed by the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA), the Bangladesh Knitwear Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BKMEA) and Bangladesh Garments Accessories and Packaging Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGAPMEA) to ensure better supply chain collaboration and mutual benefits. The committee was constituted during a meeting by
BGMEA seeks government support in addressing RMG sector’s challenges
Leaders of BGMEA headed by President Faruque Hassan met with M. Tofazzel Hossain Miah, Senior Secretary at the Prime Minister’s Office in Dhaka on Monday. BGMEA Vice Presidents Shahidullah Azim, Khandoker Rafiqul Islam and Md. Nasir Uddin were present at the meeting, said a press release. They apprised the senior secretary about
Bangladesh-South Korea have great potential to boost trade: BGMEA President
Bangladesh and South Korea have great potential to derive more mutual trade benefits through collaboration, especially in the area of apparel and textile industry, said Faruque Hassan, President of BGMEA. “There are huge opportunities for Bangladesh and South Korea to further engage in trade and investment and develop mutually beneficial economic
6th edition of BGMEA Cup begins January 20
The 6th edition of inter-garments football tournament ‘BGMEA Cup’ will begin on January 20TH at Uttara Sector 4 KallyanSamiti Field. Mid and upper-managements of 16 garment factories of the country will compete in the 8-a-side football tournament which is organized by Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA). The BGMEA Cup 2022
BGMEA wins Green Leadership Award
The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) has been honoured with Green Leadership Award 2021 for its exemplary leadership in developing Bangladesh as the home of the highest number of green garment factories in the world. BGMEA President Faruque Hassan received the award at a program organized by GreenTech Foundation
Airport upgradation will underpin trade growth: BGMEA President
The government initiatives of upgrading airports along with increasing capacity and efficiency of cargo handling will be instrumental in underpinning economic growth in the country, said BGMEA President Faruque Hassan. “The economy of Bangladesh is growing steadily, so is the volume of export-import. In such context, it’s of utmost important to
Stand beside poor to alleviate their sufferings: BGMEA President
BGMEA President Faruque Hassan urged all people to work unitedly for the cause of national interests and build a happier and more prosperous Bangladesh. He also requested generous and affluent section of society to come forward and help poor people to alleviate their sufferings from cold during the winter season. Faruque Hassan