Intex South Asia textile sourcing show kicks off in Dhaka
Over 120 companies from several Asian countries are showcasing their latest offers for Bangladesh’s textile industry at the fair
Intex South Asia, a three-day-long international textile sourcing show, kicked off on Thursday at the International Convention City in Dhaka.
More than 120 companies from Bangladesh, India, Korea, China, Thailand, Singapore, United Arab Emirates, Italy, the US, and several other countries are showcasing their latest offers for Bangladesh's textile and garment industry at the fair.
Textile and Jute Minister Golam Dastagir Gazi inaugurated the fair organised by Worldex Indian Exhibition and Promotion Pvt Ltd. The show will run till 18 June.
Speaking on the occasion, the jute minister said, "The country's textile products are already highly regarded internationally in terms of quality and the government has favoured this industry and adopted various policies for its development."
He said 100 economic zones are being set up across Bangladesh where Indian companies can set up manmade fibre factories.
Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) President Faruque Hassan said, as the second-largest apparel exporter globally, Bangladesh's garment industry relies heavily on several import items including yarn, fabric, and accessories. India, being a neighbouring country, plays a very significant role in it.
He said, "I believe Intex South Asia is undoubtedly one of the biggest and most established international textile sourcing shows of South Asia. It will help our manufacturers to get to know about the latest technologies and functions under the same umbrella."
Also speaking on the occasion, Arti Bhagat, director of Worldex Indian Exhibition and Promotion Pvt Ltd, said, "Intex South Asia aims to increase interest in connecting with suppliers by engaging buyers in private business meetings."
Among others, Upendra Prasad Singh, secretary, Ministry of Textiles, India; KI Hossain, president, Bangladesh Buying House Association; and Mohammed Hatem, executive president, Bangladesh Knitwear Manufacturers & Exporters Association, were also present on the occasion.