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Thursday | October 29, 2026 | Dhaka

EPB to host Global Sourcing Expo in Dhaka on Nov 15

 Business Report
 Published: 12:05 AM, 29 October 2026

The Export Promotion Bureau (EPB) will organise the second Global Sourcing Expo from November 15 to 17 at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Exhibition Center (BCFEC) in Purbachal of the city, aiming to diversify the country’s export basket, attract international buyers and strengthen Bangladesh’s position in global value chains.

EPB Vice Chairman and Chief Executive (Additional Secretary) Mohammad Hasan Arif announced the programme at a press briefing at Sheraton Dhaka on Wednesday.

Organised by the EPB in cooperation with the Ministry of Commerce, the three-day event will bring together manufacturers, exporters, international buyers and trade representatives to showcase Bangladesh’s manufacturing capabilities across a wider range of products and services.

The expo will feature more than 200 stalls representing 12 export-oriented sectors, up from eight sectors at the inaugural edition last year, reflecting the government’s emphasis on expanding exports beyond the readymade garment (RMG) industry.

Hasan Arif said the event would provide a dedicated business-to-business (B2B) platform for Bangladeshi manufacturers to establish direct contacts with foreign buyers, explore new markets and develop long-term commercial partnerships.

He expressed optimism about the country’s export prospects, despite the challenges arising from global economic uncertainty, geopolitical tensions, supply chain disruptions and energy security concerns.

Bangladesh maintained export earnings of around $48 billion in fiscal year 2024-25 despite the challenging international environment, he said, highlighting the resilience of the country’s exporters and entrepreneurs.

The expo is expected to help manufacturers identify new business opportunities, showcase value-added products and strengthen their competitiveness in international markets.