Dutch ambassador, BGMEA prez discuss Bangladesh RMG industry

The discussion encompassed potential areas of further collaboration between Bangladesh and Netherlands for the betterment of the Bangladesh RMG industry, Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) said in a statement.

BGMEA president highlighted the industry’s progress in the areas of workplace safety, social and environmental sustainability, including how participating garment factories under the Partnership for Cleaner Textile (PaCT) programme have reduced their water footprint. PaCT is financially supported by the Netherlands government.

The president apprised the envoy of the future priorities of Bangladesh apparel industry, especially more focus on diversification in products, market and innovation in product development and process optimisation.

Hassan sought support of the government of Netherlands through extension of transition period for smoother graduation from LDC. He also requested the Netherlands government to extend cooperation for the development of knowledge and professional skills of Bangladeshi students through exchange programmes in collaboration with universities in the Netherlands.

Leeuwen praised the progress made by the RMG industry of Bangladesh and expressed interest in cooperation and collaboration for the development of the industry.

Fibre2Fashion News Desk (KD)