Pakistan could meet the increasing demands of its recycling industry by importing textile waste from Bangladesh, affirmed Mahmud Hasan Khan Babu, President, BGMEA.

Highlighting Bangladesh's position as the world's largest producer of jute, Khan Babu notes, there is a significant demand for Bangladeshi jute fiber in Pakistan and it the country Pakistan imports jute fiber, it will be beneficial for both countries.

These remarks were made during a courtesy visit by Muhammad Wasif, Chargé d'Affaires, Pakistan High Commission, to the BGMEA office. Also including Zain Aziza, Attache, Trade and Investment and several BGMEA Vice-Presidents and Directors, the meeting focused on strengthening and expanding trade ties between Bangladesh and Pakistan, particularly within the garment and textile sectors, and explored other potential areas of cooperation.

Discussions included increasing textile imports from Pakistan and exporting ready-made garments and accessories from Bangladesh to Pakistan. Bangladesh has made notable progress in garment accessories production, a BGMEA press release indicated.

Both sides agreed to share knowledge, send business delegations, and collaborate on exhibitions and workshops. They also discussed implementing an MoU previously signed between the BGMEA and the Pakistan Readymade Garments Manufacturers and Exporters Association (PRGMEA) to promote bilateral trade.

Active involvement from business communities in both countries is vital for the MoU's successful implementation, emphasized Khan Babu. Both parties decided to appoint focal points to further accelerate trade and investment cooperation.