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The official website of ‘Made in Bangladesh Week’, to be held in November in Dhaka, has been launched.
The site (https://www.madeinbangladeshweek.com) contains detailed information about the event beginning on November 12, according to a statement.
Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) in partnership with Bangladesh Apparel Exchange (BAE) will jointly organise the event to promote the readymade garment industry of Bangladesh internationally.
The event aims to showcase impressive stories of the sector, especially its remarkable strides in the areas of workplace safety, environmental sustainability and workers’ wellbeing, it added.
Alongside telling the encouraging stories, the potential of Bangladesh’s RMG industry, its strengths, capabilities and future priorities to remain a preferred and competitive choice for global buyers will be highlighted among global stakeholders and audience.
The event will open dialogue among participating stakeholders about how Bangladesh’s RMG sector continues its growth momentum in a sustainable manner and can positively impact the economy, environment and people.
The Week is expected to participate by a wide spectrum of industry stakeholders including representatives of governments from home and partner countries, international organizations, employers, private sectors, workers’ representatives, civil society, brand representatives, buyers and academics.
The weeklong event will include 37th International Apparel Federation (IAF) World Fashion Convention, the third Dhaka Apparel Summit, Bangladesh Apparel Exposition, Bangladesh Denim Expo and award ceremonies.
The statement quoting BGMEA President Faruque Hassan said, “With an aim to highlight the progress being made and to inspire the industry and its valued stakeholders to its road to future prosperity together, BGMEA in collaboration with a few partners is organizing the Made in Bangladesh Week 2022.”
“I solemnly believe that this event will not only help draw global attention to the critical aspects of sustainability but will also unite global forces in realizing the vision of taking the fashion industry forward,” he added.