A 15-member high-level business delegation from Thailand met Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) leaders on Monday at the BGMEA office and exchanged views on bilateral trade.A Commerce ministry joint secretary AHM Shafiquzzaman was also present, reports UNB.Senior Vice President of BGMEA Faruque Hassan emphasised on regional cooperation and regional trade noting that a good environment is prevailing for investment in Bangladesh during the meeting.Vice President (Finance) of BGMEA Mohammed Nasir in his speech highlighted the progress in setting up green garment industries in recent times and creating a safe working environment.He said that Bangladeshi garment exporters are willing to export clothing to Thailand but it is not being possible due to tariff barriers.Requesting Thai delegation to take initiative for duty free market facilities for garment industry, he urged the Thai delegation to invest in the textile sector of Bangladesh, especially synthetic yarns and fabrics.Deputy executive director (Administration) of International Institute for Trade and Development (ITD) of Thailand Manu Sithiprasasana led the Thai delegation.Members of the Thai delegation said they have visited Bangladesh to identify the barriers toward expansion of trade and investment relation between the two countries. During the discussion, they highly praised of Bangladesh’s garment industry.Joint Secretary, Ministry of Commerce Shafiquzzaman said that the visit of Thailand’s business delegation to Bangladesh has created opportunities for expansion of new horizons for the expansion of trade between the two countries. He requested everyone to use this opportunity.The Thai delegation came to Dhaka on a six-day tour.
