FBCCI, JCCI sign MoU to boost bilateral trade

The Federation of Bangladesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FBCCI) and the Japan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (JCCI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Thursday to further strengthen bilateral trade and economic relations between the two countries.
FBCCI President Md Jashim Uddin and JCCI Chairman Ken Kobayashi signed the MoU at the inauguration of Bangladesh Investment Summit on 'Trade & Investment Opportunities between Bangladesh and Japan' in Tokyo, Japan. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina was the chief guest at the inauguration programme, said a press release.
Under the MoU, the parties will cooperate with each other to develop more productive contacts among the businesses of the two countries and exchange knowledge and information related to bilateral trade and economic development.
They will also address the common obstacles to trade and investment in both countries and strive to eliminate the challenges.
The Prime Minister's Private Industry and Investment Adviser Salman F Rahman, Foreign Minister Dr AK Abdul  Momen, State Minister for ICT Division Zunaid Ahmed Palak, former FBCCI president Md Shafiul Islam (Mohiuddin) MP, Executive Chairman of BIDA Lokman Hossain Miah, Executive Chairman of BEZA Shaikh Yusuf Harun, Ambassadors of the two countries and high officials of the governments and business leaders were also present at the summit.
FBCCI President Md Jashim Uddin said, "Japan has been a consistent partner in Bangladesh's development journey. This year marks 51 years of Japan-Bangladesh relations. As we celebrate this milestone anniversary, we must reflect on the progress we have made together."
Emphasising the market prospects of both countries, he said, "As we navigate the ever-changing global economic landscape, our two countries must explore new opportunities and deepen our bilateral relations and explore potential sectors."