BD to join China-South Asia Expo as 'Theme Country'

Bangladesh will participate as the 'Theme Country' in the 10th China-South Asia Expo and the 30th China Kunming Import and Export Fair 2026 beginning in Kunming, Yunnan Province, China, today (Wednesday).

The expo will continue until June 16, according to a press statement issued by the commerce ministry.

In a record participation, 175 representatives from 101 Bangladeshi enterprises will attend the event under the coordination of the Export Promotion Bureau (EPB) and the Consulate General of Bangladesh in Kunming.

The expo is expected to bring together around 2,300 exhibitors from 68 countries, providing a major platform for trade promotion and business networking.

The Bangladesh Pavilion will be inaugurated on the opening day of the expo, while the second day has been designated as "Bangladesh Day".

Commerce Minister Khondoker Abdul Muktadir will attend the programme as the chief guest, while EPB Vice-Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Mohammad Hasan Arif will deliver the keynote address.

Bangladesh will showcase a wide range of export-oriented products, including ready-made garments (RMG), textiles, pharmaceuticals, ceramics, jute products, leather goods and handicrafts.

Officials said the event will facilitate B2B meetings with international buyers and help expand Bangladesh's presence in the Chinese market.

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