BD Apparel Summit held in Melbourne

Business Desk :
The Bangladesh Apparel Summit was held at InterContinental Melbourne on July 18. The Summit was organized by the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) in collaboration with the HSBC Bank, supported by the High Commission of Bangladesh to Australia, according to a press release.

This event signified a milestone in fostering collaboration and strengthening the bonds between the apparel manufacturing industries of Bangladesh and Australian retailers.
This summit brought together a number of 130 participants from a diverse range of stakeholders, including buyers, retailers, suppliers, consumers, development partners, and supportive Australian government policymakers, creating an opportunity for fruitful discussions, meaningful interactions, and the exchange of ideas and information.

Throughout the day, the esteemed speakers shared their insights through the opening plenary and two panel discussions titled ‘Trade between Australia and Bangladesh – Charting the path for next decade’ and ‘Sustainability matters – ESG collaborations to shape the future of fashion’.

The President of BGMEA Faruque Hassan delivered a keynote presentation highlighting the immense potential of Bangladesh and critical issues such as supply chain transparency, responsible sourcing, and ethical manufacturing practices.