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A business-to-business (B2B) meet between Japan and Bangladesh was held in Tokyo on Tuesday with an aim to foster bilateral trade and investment between the two countries.
Fourteen Bangladeshi companies from diverse sectors -- including power, engineering, construction, logistics, shipping, Special Economic Zone (SEZ) management, ICT parks, real estate & hospitality, healthcare, machinery, automobiles and consultancy services, participated in the event.
The day-long programme served as a good platform for strengthening Bangladesh-Japan economic relations and showcasing Bangladesh as a competitive destination for Japanese investments.
United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) Tokyo, in collaboration with HAISON International, organised the event in support of the Embassy of Bangladesh in Japan and the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) at the United Nations Headquarters Hall in Tokyo.
According to a press release issued on Wednesday, the Bangladeshi companies met with over 80 Japanese companies to explore the potential ventures for collaboration.
A key highlight of the event was a seminar titled "Doing Business in Bangladesh," which focused on investment opportunities and the evolving business climate in the country.
Director General of Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) Ariful Hoque delivered a comprehensive presentation on Bangladesh's investment landscape.
JETRO Representative in Bangladesh Yuji Ando also spoke on the advantages and practicalities of doing business in Bangladesh from a Japanese perspective.
Principal Secretary at the Chief Adviser's Office M Siraj Uddin Miah and Economic Minister of Bangladesh to Japan Syed Nasir Ershad also spoke on the occasion.
The Principal Secretary said, "UNIDO Tokyo has remained a consistent partner in our development journey, supporting Bangladesh through various programmes and initiatives. HAISON's annual program, 'Investor B2B Japan,' is one such example of this fruitful collaboration.
Both dignitaries emphasised the Government of Bangladesh's strong commitment to promoting foreign investment and deepening economic ties with Japan.
They highlighted the enduring friendship and growing economic partnership between the two nations.
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