BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//DITF - ECPv6.15.14//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:DITF X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ditf.epb.gov.bd X-WR-CALDESC:Events for DITF REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260131T143000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260131T160000 DTSTAMP:20260429T041835 CREATED:20260129T191156Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T193849Z UID:4286-1769869800-1769875200@ditf.epb.gov.bd SUMMARY:Grand Closing Ceremony of the 30th Dhaka International Trade Fair 2026 DESCRIPTION:Grand Closing Ceremony of the 30th Dhaka International Trade Fair 2026 \nThe 30th Dhaka International Trade Fair will draw to a magnificent close on Saturday\, 31 January 2026. \nVenue: Conference Hall\, Bangladesh China Friendship Exhibition Centre (Big Wave)\, Purbachal\, Dhaka.Time: 3:00 PM onwards. \nThe ceremony will be a celebratory event featuring: \n\n Award Distribution to the best-performing participating companies\n A spectacular Fashion Show by leading fashion houses.\nA Musical Evening with performances by renowned artists.\n\nDistinguished Guests: \nThe Honourable Advisor for Commerce\, Mr. SK. Bashir Uddin \, will grace the occasion as the Chief Guest. \nThe event will be chaired by Mr. Mahbubur Rahman \, Secretary \, Ministry of Commerce. \nSpecial Guests of Honour will include: \nMr. Abdur Rahim Khan\, Administrator\, FBCCI and Additional Secretary ( Export)\, Ministry of CommerceMr. Mohammad Hasan Arif \,Vice Chairman and Chief Executive ( Additional Secretary) Export Promotion Bureau (EPB). \n Date: 31 January 2026\, Time: 2:30PM. \n Venue: Bangladesh–China Friendship Exhibition Centre (Big wave)\, Purbachal\, Narayanganj\, Dhaka URL:https://ditf.epb.gov.bd/event/grand-closing-ceremony-of-the-30th-dhaka-international-trade-fair-2026/ LOCATION:Conference Room\, Bangladesh China Friendship Exhibition Center (Big Wave)\, Purbachal New Town\, Sector-4\, Narayanganj\, Bangladesh\, Dhaka Bypass Expressway\, Sector 4\, Purbachal\, Dhaka\, Bangladesh CATEGORIES:Conferences,Meetups ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ditf.epb.gov.bd/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Ditf1.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Export Promotion Bureau (EPB)":MAILTO:info@epb.gov.bd END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260128T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260128T130000 DTSTAMP:20260429T041835 CREATED:20260118T134659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T211729Z UID:3747-1769598000-1769605200@ditf.epb.gov.bd SUMMARY:Promoting the Sustainability: Impact of the SCAIP and STILE Project DESCRIPTION:Overview: Showcasing sustainability initiatives and their export implications. \nKey Discussion Areas: Green production\, project outcomes\, SME engagement. \nTarget Participants: Sustainability professionals\, exporters\, development agencies. \ngiz2021-en-sustainability-in-the-textile-and-leather-sector \n \nKeynote Paper\n\n 1. PPT3_ATTI Presentation_Dhaka International Fair_Final\n \n2. PPT1_MK LDC and GSP Jan 2026_rev\n \n3. PPT_2_Industry Readiness Lessons from Implementing Factory Improvement Programmes URL:https://ditf.epb.gov.bd/event/promoting-the-sustainability-impact-of-the-scaip-and-stile-project/ LOCATION:Conference Room\, Bangladesh China Friendship Exhibition Center (Big Wave)\, Purbachal New Town\, Sector-4\, Narayanganj\, Bangladesh\, Dhaka Bypass Expressway\, Sector 4\, Purbachal\, Dhaka\, Bangladesh CATEGORIES:Conferences ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ditf.epb.gov.bd/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Promoting-the-Sustainability_-Impact-of-the-SCALP-and-STILE-Project.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260125T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260125T130000 DTSTAMP:20260429T041835 CREATED:20260118T131906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T061455Z UID:3742-1769338800-1769346000@ditf.epb.gov.bd SUMMARY:Global Halal Gateway: Strategies for SMEs to Access Export Market through International Standards DESCRIPTION:Overview: \nUnlocking global halal markets through certification and strategic positioning. \nKey Discussion Areas: Halal standards\, SME readiness\, international partnerships. \nTarget Participants: SME exporters\, halal certifiers\, trade consultants \nSpeakers \nName: Mr. Mohammad ShohaiebPosition: Initiative Director\, Standards Partnership\, BSIBrief Info: Specialist in international standards and SME integration. \nName: Mr. Yasin ZÜLFİKAROĞLUPosition: Specialist\, SMIICBrief Info: Expert in Islamic standards and global halal certification. \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n\nKeynote Paper \n\n1. Presentation on BSTI halal certification process in bangladesh URL:https://ditf.epb.gov.bd/event/global-halal-gateway-strategies-for-smes-to-access-export-market-through-international-standards/ LOCATION:Conference Room\, Bangladesh China Friendship Exhibition Center (Big Wave)\, Purbachal New Town\, Sector-4\, Narayanganj\, Bangladesh\, Dhaka Bypass Expressway\, Sector 4\, Purbachal\, Dhaka\, Bangladesh CATEGORIES:Conferences ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ditf.epb.gov.bd/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Global-Halal-Gateway-P1.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="British High Commission%2C Dhaka & British Standard Institute (BSI)":MAILTO:Pension.enquiries-dhaka@fcdo.gov.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260122T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260222T170000 DTSTAMP:20260429T041835 CREATED:20260118T124727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T060956Z UID:3687-1769094000-1771779600@ditf.epb.gov.bd SUMMARY:Impact of EC4J Project on Export Diversification in Bangladesh DESCRIPTION:Seminar Overview / Description \nThis seminar will examine the impact of the EC4J Project on promoting export diversification in Bangladesh. The session will highlight how targeted policy support\, private sector engagement\, and data-driven strategies under the EC4J initiative are contributing to the development of new export sectors and reducing dependency on traditional export products \nKey Discussion Areas \n\nObjectives and scope of the EC4J Project\nExport diversification strategies in Bangladesh\nRole of private sector and policy reforms\nMarket intelligence and data-driven decision-making\nFuture opportunities for non-traditional export sectors\n\nTarget Participants \n\nExporters and manufacturers\nTrade and business associations\nPolicy makers and government officials\nDevelopment partners and project stakeholders\nResearchers and trade professionals\n\n  \n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\nKeynote Paper \n1. Export Competitiveness for Jobs (EC4J) URL:https://ditf.epb.gov.bd/event/impact-of-ec4j-project-on-export-diversification-in-bangladesh/ LOCATION:Conference Room\, Bangladesh China Friendship Exhibition Center (Big Wave)\, Purbachal New Town\, Sector-4\, Narayanganj\, Bangladesh\, Dhaka Bypass Expressway\, Sector 4\, Purbachal\, Dhaka\, Bangladesh CATEGORIES:Conferences ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ditf.epb.gov.bd/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Chief-and-Special-Guest-scaled-optimized.png ORGANIZER;CN="Export Competitiveness for Jobs (EC4J) Project":MAILTO:info@ec4j.gov.bd END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260121T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260121T170000 DTSTAMP:20260429T041835 CREATED:20260118T063206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260118T065438Z UID:3555-1769007600-1769014800@ditf.epb.gov.bd SUMMARY:Implications of the NBR Circular: Import of Raw Materials Against Bank Guarantee for Exportable Finished Products DESCRIPTION:Seminar Overview / Description \n\nClarifying the NBR circular’s impact on raw material imports and export facilitation.\n\nKey Discussion Areas \n\nRegulatory compliance\, banking procedures\, customs facilitation.\n\nTarget Participants \n\nExporters\, customs officials\, trade lawyers. URL:https://ditf.epb.gov.bd/event/market-access-and-branding-strategies-for-msmes-in-the-global-economy-copy/ LOCATION:Conference Room\, Bangladesh China Friendship Exhibition Center (Big Wave)\, Purbachal New Town\, Sector-4\, Narayanganj\, Bangladesh\, Dhaka Bypass Expressway\, Sector 4\, Purbachal\, Dhaka\, Bangladesh CATEGORIES:Conferences,Meetups ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ditf.epb.gov.bd/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/NBR.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Bangladesh Small and Cottage Industries Corporation (BSCIC)":MAILTO:+88-02-41025128 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260121T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260121T130000 DTSTAMP:20260429T041835 CREATED:20190708T023226Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260118T065410Z UID:374-1768993200-1769000400@ditf.epb.gov.bd SUMMARY:Market Access and Branding Strategies for MSMEs in the Global Economy DESCRIPTION:Seminar Overview / Description \nThis seminar aims to provide practical insights into market access and branding strategies for Micro\, Small\, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to successfully compete in the global economy. The session will highlight how MSMEs can build strong brands\, meet international market requirements\, and leverage global value chains to expand their export footprint. \nKey Discussion Areas \n\nGlobal market access opportunities for MSMEs\nBranding and product positioning strategies\nCompliance\, quality standards\, and certification\nRole of innovation and value addition\nSupport mechanisms for MSMEs in export promotion\n\nTarget Participants \n\nMSME entrepreneurs and exporters\nJute and diversified product manufacturers\nBusiness associations and trade bodies\nGovernment officials and policy makers\nExport-oriented startups URL:https://ditf.epb.gov.bd/event/market-access-and-branding-strategies-for-msmes-in-the-global-economy/ LOCATION:Conference Room\, Bangladesh China Friendship Exhibition Center (Big Wave)\, Purbachal New Town\, Sector-4\, Narayanganj\, Bangladesh\, Dhaka Bypass Expressway\, Sector 4\, Purbachal\, Dhaka\, Bangladesh CATEGORIES:Conferences,Meetups ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ditf.epb.gov.bd/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Market-Access-and-Branding-Strategies-for-MSMEs-in-the-Global-Economy.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bangladesh Small and Cottage Industries Corporation (BSCIC)":MAILTO:+88-02-41025128 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260120T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260220T130000 DTSTAMP:20260429T041835 CREATED:20190708T023253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T060713Z UID:371-1768906800-1771592400@ditf.epb.gov.bd SUMMARY:Export Potential and Challenges of the Paper and Packaging Industry in the Global Market DESCRIPTION:This seminar will focus on exploring the export potential of Bangladesh’s paper and packaging industry in the global market\, while identifying key challenges\, opportunities\, and strategic directions for sustainable growth. Industry leaders and stakeholders will share insights on global demand trends\, compliance requirements\, value addition\, and competitiveness of the sector. \nKey Discussion Areas \n\nGlobal market demand and trends for paper & packaging products\nExport opportunities for Bangladesh\nMajor challenges in international markets\nCompliance\, sustainability\, and innovation\nPolicy support and future roadmap for exporters\n\nTarget Participants \n\nExporters and manufacturers of paper & packaging products\nIndustry leaders and trade bodies\nPolicy makers and government officials\nResearchers and business professionals\n\n\nKeynote Paper \n\n\n \n1. Seminar on “Sustainable Packaging focusing plastic: Market Prospect and Challenges”\n\n \n2. Export Potential and Challenges of Bangladesh’s Packaging Industry in the Global Market\n \n3. Export Potential and Challenges of the Paper & Packaging Industry in Global Marke URL:https://ditf.epb.gov.bd/event/export-potential-and-challenges-of-the-paper-and-packaging-industry-in-the-global-market/ LOCATION:Conference Room\, Bangladesh China Friendship Exhibition Center (Big Wave)\, Purbachal New Town\, Sector-4\, Narayanganj\, Bangladesh\, Dhaka Bypass Expressway\, Sector 4\, Purbachal\, Dhaka\, Bangladesh CATEGORIES:Conferences ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ditf.epb.gov.bd/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Export-Potential-and-Challenges-of-the-Paper-and-Packaging-Industry-in-the-Global-Market-e1768685787691.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bangladesh Garments Accessories and Packaging Manufacturers & Exporters Association (BGAPMEA)":MAILTO:bgapmea@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260119T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260119T170000 DTSTAMP:20260429T041835 CREATED:20260127T062213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T063703Z UID:4233-1768834800-1768842000@ditf.epb.gov.bd SUMMARY:Export Scenario of Bangladesh and Bilateral Trade with Afghanistan DESCRIPTION:EPB: National Export Promotion Organization \n• EPB is a Statutory Body governed by a Boardchaired by the Minister for Commerce/Advisor• Vice Chairman serves as the Chief Executive andHead of the Bureau• The Board comprises representatives from boththe Government and Private sector \n Date: 19 January 2026 \n Venue: Bangladesh–China Friendship Exhibition Centre (Big wave)\, Purbachal\, Narayanganj\, Dhaka \n  \n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \nKeynote Paper\n1. Export Scenario of Bangladesh and Bilateral Trade with Afghanistan URL:https://ditf.epb.gov.bd/event/export-scenario-of-bangladesh-and-bilateral-trade-with-afghanistan/ LOCATION:Conference Room\, Bangladesh China Friendship Exhibition Center (Big Wave)\, Purbachal New Town\, Sector-4\, Narayanganj\, Bangladesh\, Dhaka Bypass Expressway\, Sector 4\, Purbachal\, Dhaka\, Bangladesh CATEGORIES:Conferences,Meetups ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ditf.epb.gov.bd/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Afghan-Business-Delegation-P7.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Export Promotion Bureau (EPB)":MAILTO:info@epb.gov.bd END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR