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UKBCCI Hosts Networking Meeting with BASIS Delegation

18th February 2025 by UKBCCI

Today, UKBCCI organised a Networking Meeting with the delegation team from the Bangladesh Association of Software and Information Services (BASIS) at the UKBCCI Office. The event was attended by Mr. M. Rashidul Hasan, Immediate Past President of BASIS and Managing Director & CEO of Systech Digital Limited, along with Ms. Nahid Mowla Mowri, Chairman of Systech Digital Limited.

The meeting was hosted by the Founding President of UKBCCI Mr Bajloor Rashid MBE, attended by UKBCCI Directors, Members, Guests and UKBCCI Awards Judge, Dr. Zoe Mandich.

The delegation, comprising professionals from the IT/BPO sector, has been actively involved in the IT industry for more than two decades. They provided valuable insights into the strengths of Bangladeshi IT companies and explored opportunities for business collaborations between the UK and Bangladesh.

The meeting was highly productive, with attendees finding the discussions both insightful and informative. The delegates expressed their appreciation for the event and encouraged UKBCCI to organise more networking opportunities in the future.

UKBCCI Trade Delegation to Bangladesh held from 4th to 9th January 2025

10th January 2025 by UKBCCI

The UKBCCI Trade Delegation has successfully concluded its mission to Bangladesh, making a significant step in promoting bilateral trade and investment opportunities.

The delegation led by UKBCCI Chairman Mr Iqbal Ahmed OBE, included UKBCCI President Mr M G Moula Miah MBE, Founding President Mr Bajloor Rashid MBE, President of the Bangladesh Region Showkat Aziz Russell, Regional President of Midlands Mr Imam Uddin , and Rupa Huq, Member of Parliament for Ealing Central and Acton , Professor of Surrey University and Industry representatives, other key stakeholders, alongside UKBCCI Directors and Members. Their collective efforts focused on exploring potential investment opportunities and strengthening ties between the UK and Bangladesh.

During the visit, the team met with Dr Muhammad Yunus, the Chief Adviser of Bangladesh, Mr. Lutfey Siddiqi, Special Envoy on International Affairs to the Chief Adviser, Lamiya Morshed and other prominent sector Advisers, including Mr Chowdhury Ashik Mahmud Bin Harun, Executive Chairman of the Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) & Bangladesh Economic Zone Authority (BEZA), Mr. Sheikh Bashir Uddin, the Adviser of the Ministry of Commerce, Dr Salehuddin Ahmed, the Adviser of the Ministry of Finance, Mr Md. Touhid Hossain, the Adviser of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Adilur Rahman Khan, the Adviser of the Ministry of Industries, Ms. Farida Akhter, the Adviser of the Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock, and the National Chamber, as well as industry leaders, local businesses and inspiring young entrepreneurs.

A welcome dinner for the delegates was hosted by UKBCCI Chairman, Mr Iqbal Ahmed OBE. The event was attended by prominent figures from the Government Bangladesh,including the Honourable Governor of Bangladesh Bank, Dr Ahsan H Mansur, Former Commerce Minister, Mr Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury and other distinguished guests.

The mission focused on identifying opportunities and fostering joint ventures in sectors such as the garment industry, manufacturing, infrastructure, financial services, payment gateways, health & social care, and various consumer markets.

A key highlight of the mission was the visit to the “Bangladesh Specialised Economic Zone” (BSEZ) in Araihazar Upazilla, Narayanganj. This visit provided the delegates with valuable insights into Bangladesh’s growing industrial infrastructure and investment potential.

The Press Conference was held on 7^th January hosted by the Bangladesh Regional President, Mr Showkat Aziz Russellfollowed by the Meeting with Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) and Bangladesh Textile Mills Association (BTMA). The day’s events concluded with a dinner for the delegates, also hosted by Mr Russell.

The mission’s accomplishments were widely recognised, with extensive media coverage in Bangladesh, reinforcing UKBCCI’s position as the leading British-Bangladeshi business platform committed to strengthening bilateral trade relations amidst global challenges.

The positive outcomes of the mission were also echoed by the Bangladesh High Commission in London, which described the Trade Delegation as highly successful, highlighting the shared enthusiasm for continued collaboration.

The UKBCCI team extends its heartfelt appreciation to the following individuals for their invaluable contributions and hard work in making the mission a success:

Rohema Miah, Director of International Trade Affairs, UKBCCI

Gazi A K M Fazlul Haque, Director General BIDA

Tanvir Azim, Commercial Counsellor, Bangladesh High Commission, London

Ashraful Haque Chowdhury, Director, Bank of Asia

Brigadier General Zakir (Retd), Secretary General, BTMA

Shahab Ahmed Bachchu, Editor of the mission brochure

Shajeda Begum, Manager Administration and Operations, UKBCCI

UKBCCI RoadShow and Networking Event in South West Region

2nd September 2024 by UKBCCI

UKBCCI successfully held another successful event, this time making an introduction in the South West of England. Special appreciation goes to UKBCCI Director, Karim Miah Shamim, for hosting this amazing Roadshow and Networking event in the Region. This marks the beginning of many more events to come in the area.

UKBCCI would like to extend its sincere thanks to everyone who participated in the event, especially those who marked their presence, both from the South West and from other regions. Your support was essential in making it a fruitful event.

UKBCCI hold AGM

25th July 2024 by UKBCCI

The UKBCCI successfully organised its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 23rd July 2024 at the Impression Events Hall, Westham.

The event featured a comprehensive agenda, highlighting the organisation’s work and achievements, as well the presentation of annual accounts. Attendees were welcomed by President Mr M G Moula Miah MBE, and the Chairman Mr Iqbal Ahmed OBE addressed the audience.

President Mr M G Moula Miah MBE also presented the annual report. Finance Director Mr Kamru Ali presented the annual accounts of 2022 and 2023, which were subsequently approved by the Members. Regional President Mr Imam Uddin Ahmad and Head of the East of England Region Mr Siddqur Rahman Joynal also presented their respective reports. The vote of thanks was delivered by Senior Vice President Mr Jamal Uddin Mokoddus. The event was conducted by Ms Rohema Miah and attended by UKBCCI Directors, Members and Media representatives.

Vannamei Shrimp Farming Intensive Production

10th July 2024 by UKBCCI

The Seamark Group has commenced the production of high-yielding Vannamei Shrimp, marking the first such initiative in Bangladesh. Led by the UKBCCI and Seamark Group Chairman, Mr. Iqbal Ahmed OBE, the project began construction in January 2023. The first harvest took place on July 9th at Cox’s Bazar, Chittagong, Bangladesh.

The farm features a laboratory equipped for physicochemical and microbiological testing of water. No banned chemicals or antibiotics are used, and all wastewater undergoes treatment before being released into the environment.

Vannamei shrimp, a high-yielding species from the eastern Pacific Ocean, is now widely cultivated worldwide due to its high yield and disease resistance.

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