BGMEA urges global brands to increase apparel sourcing from BD

Staff Reporter :
The apparel makers have urged the international brands to increase fashion sourcing from Bangladesh as the country is now producing more innovative and value-added products amid an improved environmental performance.

The leaders of the Bangladesh Garment manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) made the call during a meeting with a delegation of Associated British Foods (ABF) led by its Chief Executive George Weston at the BGMEA office in Dhaka on Saturday.

The meeting was held to discuss potential collaboration in achieving shared goals of sustainability and opportunities for expanding business base in Bangladesh.

During the meeting, BGMEA President Faruque Hassan provided an overview of the readymade garment industry of Bangladesh, especially with focus on its current standing in the global market, vision, strides in workplace safety, environmental sustainability, and circular fashion.

He also spotlighted the Sustainability Strategic Vision 2030 of Bangladesh’s RMG industry, explaining how it looks into all ESG issues pertinent to the sector and is aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

He apprised the delegation of the initiatives to strengthen human rights and environmental due diligence in the RMG sector of Bangladesh.

The presentation made by the BGMEA President showed the current situation of Bangladesh’s apparel exports to the UK market and potential of enhancing the market share.

He also briefed the ABF delegation on the key priorities of the industry including innovation, technology upgradation, product diversification, skill development, and circularity in a bid to address key challenges of the industry and become more competitive in the global market.