The official website of 'Made in Bangladesh Week' has been launched today, which contains detailed information about the event to be held in Dhaka on November 12-18 this year.

The weeklong event will be organised by the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) in partnership with Bangladesh Apparel Exchange (BAE) to promote the local garment industry in global platforms.

The event aims at showcasing impressive stories of the sector, especially its remarkable strides in the areas of workplace safety, environmental sustainability and workers' wellbeing.

Alongside telling the encouraging stories, the potential of Bangladesh's apparel industry, its strengths, capabilities and future priorities to remain a preferred and competitive choice for global buyers will be highlighted among global stakeholders and audience.

The event will open dialogue among participating stakeholders about how Bangladesh's garment sector continues its growth momentum in a sustainable manner and can positively impact the economy, environment and people.

The Made in Bangladesh Week will be attended by a wide spectrum of industry stakeholders, including representatives of governments from home and partner countries, international organisations, employers, private sectors, workers' representatives, civil society, brand representatives, buyers and academics.

The weeklong event will include the 37th IAF World Fashion Convention, 3rd Dhaka Apparel Summit, Bangladesh Apparel Exposition, Bangladesh Denim Expo, award ceremonies, the Sustainable Leadership Award (TSL), Sustainable Fashion Award, Made in Bangladesh Week Photography Award, NRB Award and Fashion and Cultural Festival, the Global Launching of BGMEA Innovation Center and so on.

The International Apparel Federation (IAF) will host the IAF Convention in collaboration with the BGMEA and the Bangladesh Knitwear Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BKMEA), according to a statement of the BGMEA.