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Saturday | October 24, 2026 | Dhaka

BD eyes wider S. American market as exports reach $195m

 Business Desk
 Published: 12:05 AM, 24 October 2026

Bangladesh’s exports to 11 South American markets reached $195.17 million in the first quarter of the current FY27, as the government stepped up efforts to diversify export destinations through trade fairs and the promotion of non-traditional products.

According to Export Promotion Bureau (EPB) data, Bangladesh exported goods worth $195.17 million to the region during July-September of FY27, with Brazil, Chile and Peru emerging as the three largest destinations, reports BSS.

Brazil topped the list with $70.82 million, followed by Chile with $51.87 million and Peru with $24.24 million. Colombia accounted for $18.05 million, while exports to Uruguay and Argentina stood at $11.63 million and $10.28 million, respectively.

The figures highlight South America’s potential as a market for Bangladeshi products beyond the country’s traditional destinations in Europe and North America.

Readymade garments continued to dominate the export basket. However, Bangladesh’s recent participation in Home Show Brazil 2026 in São Paulo also highlighted opportunities for jute goods, leather products, home décor, handicrafts and other lifestyle products.

Bangladesh participated in Home Show Brazil 2026, held from August 11 to 13 at Distrito Anhembi in São Paulo, with financial support from the EPB and under the management of the Bangladesh Embassy in Brasília.

Four Bangladeshi companies-Jihan Plastic Industries, Mother Tannery, Rainbow Jute and Classical Handmade Products-showcased their products at five booths at the exhibition.

Their displays included jute goods, bags, leather products, natural-fibre baskets, home décor items, bamboo products, terracotta, clay products and Nakshi Kantha.