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My heartfelt thanks and congratulations to the Export Competitiveness for Jobs (EC4J) project for their commitment to organising a market linkage programs for the most potential export products of Bangladesh. As part of the EC4J Project, a collaboration between the Ministry of Commerce and the World Bank, this initiative aims to boost trade, attract investment, create jobs, and position Bangladesh as a leading global sourcing destination.

This initiative, spearheaded by the Ministry of Commerce with support from the World Bank, signifies a pivotal effort to transform Bangladesh’s export landscape. By targeting key industries such as leather and leather goods, footwear, light engineering, MPPE and plastics, the project is strategically designed to diversify exports and stimulate robust job creation within these high-potential sectors.

The EC4J project addresses key challenges limiting industry growth while enhancing global competitiveness. It focuses on strengthening supply chains, improving productivity, and ensuring compliance with international environmental and social standards. By resolving infrastructure constraints, the initiative creates an enabling environment for businesses to succeed in competitive global markets.

At its core, EC4J project employs an integrated framework that combines market development, productivity enhancement, and infrastructural upgrades. It drives innovation and efficiency through targeted technology adoption and process improvements, while strategic infrastructure investments eliminate systemic bottlenecks to support sustainable industrial growth. A robust monitoring and evaluation system ensures accountability, progress tracking, and adaptive learning for better outcomes.

EC4J's vision extends beyond economic growth, aiming to create meaningful employment, empower communities, and position Bangladesh as a global leader in emerging export sectors. Through collaboration with industry stakeholders, development agencies, and policymakers, the project lays a solid foundation for sustainable economic diversification and long-term progress.

I invite you to explore this platform to gain a deeper understanding of our objectives, initiatives, and achievements. Your active engagement and collaboration are crucial to realising the vision of a competitive, resilient, and diversified economy for Bangladesh. Together, we can drive forward the transformational change envisioned by the EC4J project.

Thank you for your trust and partnership in shaping a competitive and sustainable future for Bangladesh.

Wishing all exhibitors great success and a rewarding experience at the expos.

 Md. Abdur Rahim Khan