Hong Kong:HSBC Bangladesh and the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA), alongside the Consulate General of Bangladesh in Hong Kong, organized the Bangladesh Apparel Roadshow 2026 in Hong Kong to spotlight the evolving garment manufacturing capabilities of Bangladesh and explore new sourcing opportunities.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the event took place at Island Shangri-La on October 28, attracting over 130 participants, including international buyers, sourcing professionals, apparel manufacturers, and industry stakeholders. The roadshow emphasized Bangladesh's position as a leading apparel-exporting nation, focusing on product diversification, market expansion, innovation, sustainable manufacturing, and the changing needs of global buyers.
The event commenced with remarks from Oliver T Jones, Head of Global Network Banking at HSBC. BGMEA President Mahmud Hasan Khan and Bangladesh Consul General in Hong Kong Dr. Shah Mohammad Tanvir Monsur also delivered speeches. Dr. Rubana Huq, Chairperson of Mohammadi Group, presented the keynote titled "Why Bangladesh Legacy and the Future," discussing the industry's development and future prospects.
Two panel discussions, "Why Should You Source from Bangladesh?" and "Through Buyers' Lens," featured representatives from HSBC, BGMEA, international sourcing organizations, and industry experts. These discussions highlighted Bangladesh's manufacturing strengths, global buyers' expectations, sustainability, and emerging sourcing trends.
"The Bangladesh Collective," an apparel showcase at the event, demonstrated the country's product diversity and technical manufacturing capabilities. A networking session followed, allowing buyers and industry representatives to establish business connections.
Bangladesh Consul General in Hong Kong Dr. Shah Mohammad Tanvir Monsur addressed the event, underscoring Bangladesh's compelling proposition for global investors through its manufacturing scale, competitiveness, and sustainable practices. HSBC Bangladesh CEO Md Mahbub ur Rahman highlighted the sector's shift beyond production volume to innovation, sustainability, and product diversification.
BGMEA President Mahmud Hasan Khan invited global brands to form long-term partnerships with Bangladesh's expanding apparel industry. The roadshow illustrates HSBC's ongoing efforts to connect Bangladeshi businesses with international markets, promoting greater international engagement and supporting the industry's long-term growth.