Faruque Hassan

A milestone towards a sustainable future

Congratulations and a big round of applause are due to Bangladesh’s apparel makers for bringing glory to the nation by reaching a new milestone of having 200 globally certified green factories.

1y ago

Apparel diplomacy gains momentum

When we speak of diplomacy, political issues and conflicts usually come to mind. Economic issues, however, are equally important. Some would even argue that they are even of greater importance. Why? Because most of the bilateral and multilateral cooperation revolves around generating new business, facilitating established business and enhancing trade ties -- all key essential elements for the sustenance of a nation.

2y ago

Digital repository to understand our workers better

Being a densely populated country, one of the major sources of Bangladesh’s competitiveness is the young and vibrant workforce. We have around six million economically active population, and various estimates suggest that around two million people are joining our labour force every year.

2y ago

Takeaways from 2021 and prospects of 2022

The year 2021 started with a hope to overcome the crisis caused by the coronavirus pandemic and rebuild the industry. With many momentous changes that happened throughout the year, it was a year of challenges and turnaround, yet a significant moment to transit to the next phase of development.

2y ago

Apparel industry continues marathon in sustainability

The world is more environmentally conscious than ever before as the threats of pollution are becoming increasingly obvious.

2y ago

Virtual marketplace:Big opportunity awaits RMG

Technology is proving to be a game-changer in the fashion industry. From manufacturing to marketing, the touch of technology is no longer a luxury, it is a necessity. That is why a technological transformation is taking place at great speed both at organisational and industry levels not only in Bangladesh, but across the globe.

2y ago

Apparel diplomacy to widen the horizon

We cannot help but take pride and feel happy when Secretary-General of the United Nations António Guterres terms

3y ago

Market diversification key to RMG growth

The year 2021 is a significant one for Bangladesh as the country is celebrating its 50th year of independence.

3y ago
August 10, 2023
August 10, 2023

A milestone towards a sustainable future

Congratulations and a big round of applause are due to Bangladesh’s apparel makers for bringing glory to the nation by reaching a new milestone of having 200 globally certified green factories.

April 10, 2022
April 10, 2022

Apparel diplomacy gains momentum

When we speak of diplomacy, political issues and conflicts usually come to mind. Economic issues, however, are equally important. Some would even argue that they are even of greater importance. Why? Because most of the bilateral and multilateral cooperation revolves around generating new business, facilitating established business and enhancing trade ties -- all key essential elements for the sustenance of a nation.

February 2, 2022
February 2, 2022

Digital repository to understand our workers better

Being a densely populated country, one of the major sources of Bangladesh’s competitiveness is the young and vibrant workforce. We have around six million economically active population, and various estimates suggest that around two million people are joining our labour force every year.

January 3, 2022
January 3, 2022

Takeaways from 2021 and prospects of 2022

The year 2021 started with a hope to overcome the crisis caused by the coronavirus pandemic and rebuild the industry. With many momentous changes that happened throughout the year, it was a year of challenges and turnaround, yet a significant moment to transit to the next phase of development.

December 26, 2021
December 26, 2021

Apparel industry continues marathon in sustainability

The world is more environmentally conscious than ever before as the threats of pollution are becoming increasingly obvious.

November 21, 2021
November 21, 2021

Virtual marketplace:Big opportunity awaits RMG

Technology is proving to be a game-changer in the fashion industry. From manufacturing to marketing, the touch of technology is no longer a luxury, it is a necessity. That is why a technological transformation is taking place at great speed both at organisational and industry levels not only in Bangladesh, but across the globe.

October 17, 2021
October 17, 2021

Apparel diplomacy to widen the horizon

We cannot help but take pride and feel happy when Secretary-General of the United Nations António Guterres terms

September 21, 2021
September 21, 2021

Market diversification key to RMG growth

The year 2021 is a significant one for Bangladesh as the country is celebrating its 50th year of independence.

September 8, 2021
September 8, 2021

How diaspora can support Bangladesh’s development

An estimated 13 million Bangladeshis are living abroad, temporarily and permanently, in as many as 162 countries. With the number, Bangladeshis are the sixth-largest group of migrants in the world.

March 5, 2021
March 5, 2021

Apparel diplomacy for the post-LDC era

The recommen-dation of the United Nations’ Committee for Development Policy (CDP) for Bangladesh’s graduation out of the Least Developed Country (LDC) status is both a matter of pleasure and of pride for every patriotic person of the nation. Faruque Hassan