Led by General Zhang Tao, Vice President and Secretary General, a delegation from the Sub-Council of Textile Industry, China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT), met Faruque Hassan, President, Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA), to discuss a potential collaboration to elevate Bangladesh’s apparel industry on the global stage by organising international exhibitions.
The delegation was accompanied by Wu Zhizhen, Deputy Director, and Jiao Jiao, Assistant Director, Sub Council of Textile Industry, CCPIT. Leo Zhuang, Managing Director of Liz Fashion, was also present at the meeting.
The parties delved into showcasing the strengths of Bangladesh’s Ready-Made Garment (RMG) industry, highlighting its enhanced capabilities in manufacturing complex and high-end fashion products. Additionally, they discussed the Sub-Council of Textile Industry, CCPIT's role in facilitating investments in Bangladesh's non-cotton textile sector, as the country’s apparel sector is increasingly diversifying towards higher-value garments, especially those made using man-made fibers.
Hassan provided insights into the impressive transformation of Bangladeshi garment factories, emphasising advancements in safety, dynamism, modernisation, energy efficiency, and environmental friendliness.
