Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) has sought Spanish investment in manufacturing non-cotton and technical textiles.

The call was made by Faruque Hassan, President, BGMEA during a meeting with the Spanish Ambassador to Bangladesh Francisco de Asís Benítez Salas at the apex apparel body’s office in the capital. Shahidullah Azim, Vice President, BGMEA also attended the meeting.

The trio discussed various issues, including the progress made in implementing workplace safety and social and environmental sustainability of the local readymade garment industry

Apprising the priorities of the RMG industry, Hassan stressed the production of value-added apparel items made from man-made fibre (MMF) and innovation in product development and process optimisation.

He highlighted the potential of the industry and the need for industry upgrading, particularly in skills and efficiency enhancement areas, technological expertise, and diversification of products, especially those produced from non-cotton.

Hassan also sought support from the Spanish embassy regarding the potential of foreign investment in non-cotton and technical textiles and high-end apparel items.

They also discussed the country's LDC graduation sought cooperation from the Spanish government in this regard.