Commerce, Industries, Textiles and Jute Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir addressed the inauguration ceremony of  "Bangladesh Day" at the 10th China-South Asia Expo at Kunming, China. Photo: PID

DHAKA, June 12, 2026 (BSS) - Commerce, Industries, Textiles and Jute Minister 
Khandakar Abdul Muktadir today reaffirmed Bangladesh's commitment to further 
strengthening bilateral relations with China, emphasizing a partnership 
founded on mutual respect, sovereignty, equality and shared prosperity.

"The government is sincere in building sustainable relations that deliver 
tangible benefits to the people of both countries," he said. 

The minister made the remarks while addressing the inauguration ceremony of 
"Bangladesh Day" at the 10th China-South Asia Expo and the 30th China Kunming 
Import & Export Fair 2026, at Kunming, China, said a press release here.

"Today is a special day for us as we celebrate 'Bangladesh Day' in the 
hospitable and warm city of Kunming," he said, describing the event as a 
reflection of the deep friendship and mutual trust developed between the two 
nations over the years.

Referring to Bangladesh as "Destination Bangladesh - A Unique Land of 
Potential," Muktadir said the phrase represents more than a slogan and serves 
as an invitation for global investors and business leaders to engage with the 
country's growing economy.

The minister called upon the business community of China's Yunnan Province to 
expand imports from Bangladesh and explore investment opportunities in key 
sectors of the country's economy.

He later visited stalls at the Bangladesh Pavilion, where exporters are 
showcasing a wide range of products, including ready-made garments, textiles, 
pharmaceuticals, jute goods, leather products, plastics and handicrafts.

This year's expo has witnessed the largest-ever participation from 
Bangladesh, with 101 institutions and 175 representatives taking part under 
the coordination of the Export Promotion Bureau (EPB) and with support from 
the Bangladesh Consulate General in Kunming.

As part of the Bangladesh Day programme, a seminar titled "Bangladesh - 
Sourcing with Quality and Competitiveness" was held, featuring discussions on 
trade prospects and business cooperation.

EPB Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Mohammad Hasan Arif delivered 
the keynote presentation. 

Representatives from the Yunnan Department of Commerce, the Bangladesh-China 
Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCCI), the Bangladesh Footwear and Leather 
Goods Association and the office of Bangladesh's Commercial Counselor in 
China also participated in the discussion.

Among others, Bangladesh Ambassador to China Md. Nazmul Islam, Yunnan Vice 
Governor Liu Yang, Deputy Director General of the Yunnan Department of 
Commerce Li Yi, and President of the China Council for the Promotion of 
International Trade (CCPIT) Liu Qi Lin attended the event.

The six-day international trade fair, which began on June 11, will continue 
until June 16, bringing together around 2,300 exhibitors from 68 countries.