Robert Antoshak

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6 months ago

BGMEA, Buyers Forum meeting stresses strengthening partnerships for sustainable supply chain Representatives of the Buyers Forum and leaders of Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) met in a joint meeting for a significant dialogue aimed at strengthening sustainable supply chains in the global fashion industry. The primary focus of this meeting was on partnership strategies and moving forward on the path of sustainable development for […] The post BGMEA, Buyers Forum meeting stresses strengthening partnerships for sustainable supply chain appeared first on Textile Focus.

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Robert Antoshak

@agathonian.bsky.social

7 months ago

BGMEA Director Shah Rayeed Chowdhury attended the 4th National Child & Youth Assembly 2025 BGMEA Director Shah Rayeed Chowdhury attended the 4th National Child & Youth Assembly 2025 as a Special Guest. The event was organized by the World Vision Bangladesh in Lakeshore hotel in Dhaka. In his remarks, he highlighted BGMEA’s ongoing efforts to ensure child safety, along with access to quality education, healthcare, and opportunities for growth. […] The post BGMEA Director Shah Rayeed Chowdhury attended the 4th National Child & Youth Assembly 2025 appeared first on Textile Focus.

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Robert Antoshak

@agathonian.bsky.social

7 months ago

Nirapon and BGMEA discuss of RMG factory safety management systems BGMEA and NIRAPON came together in a constructive meeting to exchange views on enhancing factory safety management systems and reducing audit fatigue through more coordinated and unified approaches. From BGMEA, were present President Mahmud Hasan Khan, First Vice President Salim Rahman, Directors Md. Hasib Uddin, Nafis Ud Doula, Sumaiya Islam, and Joarder Mohammed Hosne Quamar […] The post Nirapon and BGMEA discuss of RMG factory safety management systems appeared first on Textile Focus.

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Robert Antoshak

@agathonian.bsky.social

7 months ago

BGMEA, Intertek pledge collaboration for sustainable industry growth A fruitful meeting was held today between Ajay Kapoor, Regional Managing Director, South Asia, of Intertek Bangladesh, an international quality assurance providing company and Senior Vice President of the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) Enamul Haque Khan. The meeting held at the BGMEA Complex in the capital’s Uttara area highlighted the need to […] The post BGMEA, Intertek pledge collaboration for sustainable industry growth appeared first on Textile Focus.

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Robert Antoshak

@agathonian.bsky.social

7 months ago

BGMEA is delighted to join the multi-stakeholder working group BGMEA is delighted to join the multi-stakeholder working group meeting co-hosted by GIZ and Solidaridad Network Asia, Vice President Vidiya Amrit Khan shared her valuable insights on the future of sustainability in Bangladesh’s apparel sector and Director Sheikh Hossain Muhammad Mustafiz shared BGMEA’s initiatives on climate action. The session brought together factory representatives, brands, donors, […] The post BGMEA is delighted to join the multi-stakeholder working group appeared first on Textile Focus.

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Robert Antoshak

@agathonian.bsky.social

7 months ago

GIZ Delegation Meets BGMEA Leadership to Congratulate New Board A delegation from GIZ visited the BGMEA recently to congratulate the newly elected Board of Directors and strengthen the ongoing collaboration between the two organizations. The GIZ delegation included Dr. Silvia Popp, Acting Cluster Coordinator, SED TEC; Dr. Michael Klode, Head of Project, STILE II; Christian Bochmann, Head of Project, PRECISE; and Gundolf Klaehn, Head […] The post GIZ Delegation Meets BGMEA Leadership to Congratulate New Board appeared first on Textile Focus.

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Robert Antoshak

@agathonian.bsky.social

7 months ago

Businesses for deferment of the LDC graduation for three to five years ICC Bangladesh President Mr. Mahbubur Rahman (7th from left) moderated the ICC Bangladesh-BGMEA-BAPI Seminar on LDC Graduation : Some Options for Bangladesh held at a local hotel in Dhaka on 14 August while Ms. Sanya Reid Smith (7th from right), Legal Advisor & Senior Researcher, The Third World Network (TWN) was the keynote Speaker. Also […] The post Businesses for deferment of the LDC graduation for three to five years appeared first on Textile Focus.

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Robert Antoshak

@agathonian.bsky.social

7 months ago

Need to focus on MSMEs factories which are not yet fully aware of the DPP’s implications: Vidiya Amrit Khan BGMEA Vice President Vidiya Amrit Khan participated in a key panel discussion at the “Forum for EU Trade: Spotlight on Digital Product Passport” held recently in Dhaka. The forum, organized by the Ministry of Commerce, and supported by GIZ, focused on the challenges and opportunities for Bangladesh’s textile industry in adapting to new European Union […] The post Need to focus on MSMEs factories which are not yet fully aware of the DPP’s implications: Vidiya Amrit Khan appeared first on Textile Focus.

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Robert Antoshak

@agathonian.bsky.social

7 months ago

BGMEA  talks with Australian trade delegation on business expansion issues A delegation from Australia’s largest single apparel buyer, Kmart, met with Mahmud Hasan Khan, President of the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) at its Uttara office on Monday. The organization has been sourcing garments from Bangladesh for a long time. This information was given in a press release from the organization. The delegation […] The post BGMEA  talks with Australian trade delegation on business expansion issues appeared first on Textile Focus.

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Robert Antoshak

@agathonian.bsky.social

7 months ago

No tariff if product contains 20 percent US Cotton : BGMEA President US countervailing tariff on Bangladeshi products has been reduced from 35 percent to 20 percent. However, if various products, including ready-made garments, exported there contain 20 percent US raw materials, even the countervailing tariff will not be applicable, said Mahmud Hasan Khan, the president of the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA). He said […] The post No tariff if product contains 20 percent US Cotton : BGMEA President appeared first on Textile Focus.

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Robert Antoshak

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8 months ago

US Tariff reduction to 20% ‘a relief’: BGMEA President President of the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA), Mahmud Hasan Khan, has welcomed the recent decision by the United States to reduce the reciprocal tariff on Bangladeshi exports from 35 percent to 20 percent. In a statement issued on Friday, Khan described the move as a significant relief for the country’s garment sector, […] The post US Tariff reduction to 20% ‘a relief’: BGMEA President appeared first on Textile Focus.

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Robert Antoshak

@agathonian.bsky.social

8 months ago

Helen Keller, BGMEA Eye Better Health for Garment Workers Helen Keller and BGMEA discussed collaborative efforts aimed at improving the health and productivity of RMG Workers A delegation from Helen Keller International visited the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) to discuss collaborative efforts aimed at improving the health and productivity of garment workers in Bangladesh. The delegation was led by Ms. Pooja […] The post Helen Keller, BGMEA Eye Better Health for Garment Workers appeared first on Textile Focus.

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Robert Antoshak

@agathonian.bsky.social

8 months ago

Kazuiki Kataoka, Country Representative of JETRO paid a courtesy visit BGMEA Kazuiki Kataoka, Country Representative of the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO), paid a courtesy visit to Mahmud Hasan Khan, President BGMEA, at the BGMEA Complex in Uttara on July 30. From BGMEA, Senior Vice President Inamul Haq Khan, Vice President Md. Shehab Udduza Chowdhury, and Director Mohammad Sohel joined the discussions. Sheikh Mohammad Shariful Alam, […] The post Kazuiki Kataoka, Country Representative of JETRO paid a courtesy visit BGMEA appeared first on Textile Focus.

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Robert Antoshak

@agathonian.bsky.social

8 months ago

Bangladesh RMG sector can not only withstand current tariffs but also expand market share in the U.S. and beyond US Tarrif reaction from the largest RMG exporter in American market: Shovon Islam, Managing Director, Sparrow Group and former director of BGMEA : We are relieved that the U.S. has announced a reduced reciprocal tariff of 20% on Bangladeshi garments, down from 35%. While this is a positive step, 20% remains high and presents a […] The post Bangladesh RMG sector can not only withstand current tariffs but also expand market share in the U.S. and beyond appeared first on Textile Focus.

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Robert Antoshak

@agathonian.bsky.social

8 months ago

The Significance of the July Revolution for US-Bangladesh Relations Distinguished diplomats, academics, and industry leaders gathered at North South University (NSU) to discuss the evolving dynamics of Bangladesh-United States relations in the context of recent national and global developments. The seminar, titled “The Significance of the July Revolution for US-Bangladesh Relations: Looking Back, Looking Forward,” was organized by the South Asian Institute of Policy […] The post The Significance of the July Revolution for US-Bangladesh Relations appeared first on Textile Focus.

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Robert Antoshak

@agathonian.bsky.social

8 months ago

Danish Ambassador and BGMEA President discuss opportunities for collaboration in RMG sector H. E. Christian Brix Møller, Ambassador of Denmark to Bangladesh, paid a courtesy visit to Mahmud Hasan Khan, President of the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA), at the BGMEA Complex in Dhaka on July 28. They had discussions on key issues of the ready-made garment industry of Bangladesh, including the current situation of […] The post Danish Ambassador and BGMEA President discuss opportunities for collaboration in RMG sector appeared first on Textile Focus.

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Robert Antoshak

@agathonian.bsky.social

8 months ago

BGMEA Holds Memorial Discussion in Honor of Late Abdullah Hil Rakib The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) paid heartfelt tribute to its former Senior Vice President and Managing Director of Team Group, the late Abdullah Hil Rakib, in a memorial discussion and special prayer session held in his honor. The event took place on Saturday at the Nurul Quader Auditorium in the BGMEA Complex, […] The post BGMEA Holds Memorial Discussion in Honor of Late Abdullah Hil Rakib appeared first on Textile Focus.

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Robert Antoshak

@agathonian.bsky.social

8 months ago

7th NBTS Annual Grand Meet-Up 2025 Held The most anticipated gathering of textile and RMG professionals—the 7th NBTS Annual Grand Meet-Up 2025—was held with great enthusiasm in Dhaka’s Uttara, organized by the North Bengal Textile Society (NBTS), the largest professional platform for textile and apparel stakeholders in the region. The prestigious event brought together professionals, entrepreneurs, researchers, and policymakers from across Bangladesh […] The post 7th NBTS Annual Grand Meet-Up 2025 Held appeared first on Textile Focus.

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Robert Antoshak

@agathonian.bsky.social

8 months ago

US Apparel Imports Up 7%; Bangladesh Grows 21.6% in Jan–May 2025 In January-May 2025, the US saw a modest increase in apparel imports, totaling $31.70 billion globally, marking a 7.06% rise from the previous year. Specifically, imports from Bangladesh surged to $3.53 billion, showcasing a substantial growth rate of 21.60% compared to the same period in 2024. Key insights on apparel imports during this period include: […] The post US Apparel Imports Up 7%; Bangladesh Grows 21.6% in Jan–May 2025 appeared first on Textile Focus.

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Robert Antoshak

@agathonian.bsky.social

8 months ago

SMUCT delegation paid a courtesy call on BGMEA President A delegation from Shanto-Mariam University of Creative Technology (SMUCT) paid a courtesy call on BGMEA President Mahmud Hasan Khan at the BGMEA Complex. The delegation included Chairman of the Board of Trustees Professor Mostafizul Haque, Vice Chancellor Professor Dr. Md. Shah-E-Alam and faculty members of the university. During the meeting, they emphasized the importance of […] The post SMUCT delegation paid a courtesy call on BGMEA President appeared first on Textile Focus.

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