Dhaka: The World Accreditation Day 2025 will be observed in the country like elsewhere in the world tomorrow. This year, the theme of the day is ‘Accreditation: Empowering Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)’, said a handout from Press Information Department (PID) today.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, on the eve of the day, Chief Adviser Professor Dr. Muhammad Yunus delivered a message wishing success for the day and extending his greetings to all stakeholders. He expressed satisfaction that Bangladesh will join other countries in observing the World Accreditation Day, emphasizing the significance of this year’s theme.
Dr. Yunus highlighted that the accreditation system plays a crucial role in addressing the challenges faced by SME enterprises. It ensures quality across all levels of the product and service supply chain by developing national quality infrastructure, creating skilled technical manpower, removing technical barriers to trade, and facilitating entry into international markets.
He pointed out that a significant portion of Bangladesh’s gross domestic product (GDP) is contributed by the SME sector, which also plays a vital role in job creation. Dr. Yunus acknowledged the persistent challenges faced by SME enterprises, including barriers to international market entry, evolving customer demands, and financial constraints. He called for a collective global initiative to tackle these challenges effectively.
Dr. Yunus noted that the Bangladesh Accreditation Board has been actively working towards supporting SMEs and has awarded accreditation certificates to 155 organizations, including laboratories, diagnostic centers, certification bodies, and inspection bodies, in line with international standards.
Furthermore, he mentioned that the current interim government, formed through the July mass uprising, is committed to the development of medium and small industries in the country. Dr. Yunus urged the Bangladesh Accreditation Board to continue its positive role in promoting sustainable industrialization, trade, and investment for the nation’s desired development.