A delegation of the Saudi Arabia-Bangladesh Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SABCCI), led by its President Ashraful Haq Chowdhury, paid a courtesy call on the state minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs today. a press release said.

During the meeting, the delegation briefed the state minister on SABCCI's initiatives to enhance bilateral trade, investment, and business cooperation, including plans for trade promotion activities, international exhibitions, and a Bangladesh-Saudi Investment Forum in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. They also sought the Ministry's support in facilitating coordination with the relevant Saudi authorities.

The state minister commended SABCCI's efforts and reaffirmed the Ministry's continued support in strengthening Bangladesh-Saudi economic relations. She highlighted opportunities for expanding trade, investment, and skilled workforce cooperation, emphasizing technical and vocational skills development. She also underscored the importance of women's economic empowerment and promoting Bangladesh's creative industries, handicrafts, and diversified jute products in the Saudi market.

The delegation reaffirmed its commitment to advancing bilateral economic cooperation.