DHAKA, April 13, 2026 (BSS) - The Bangladesh-Philippines Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BPCCI) has presented a roadmap titled 'Bridging Nations, Building Prosperity' as part of a strategic initiative to expand bilateral trade between Bangladesh and the Philippines.

The roadmap was unveiled at a high-level conference held at a hotel in the capital's Baridhara area today.

Philippine Ambassador to Dhaka Nina P. Cainglet attended the program as the chief guest.

BPCCI Advisor Humayun Rashid presented the roadmap. It emphasizes strengthening cooperation in the sectors of agro-processing, tourism, and healthcare. The goal is to further advance economic relations between the two countries by increasing institutional coordination in these sectors.

Identifying several potential sectors in the roadmap, Humayun Rashid said increasing cooperation in these areas would accelerate skill exchange, joint investment, and sustainable growth.

Three sectors, agro-processing, tourism and connectivity, and healthcare and skills development, have been prioritized for the proposed economic corridor.

Focusing on these sectors, the roadmap discusses strengthening partnerships, technology exchange, and increasing joint initiatives between the two countries. It expresses hope that both the business communities and people of the two countries will benefit.

The Philippine Ambassador highlighted the growing friendly relations and broad partnership between Bangladesh and the Philippines.

On the occasion of the 55th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries next year, she reaffirmed the commitment to further strengthen trade, investment, and development cooperation.