Business Desk :
BGMEA President Faruque Hassan has sought the support of the government in realizing the RMG industry’s vision of sustainable development and growth.
He made the call during a meeting with the State Minister for Planning Ministry Dr Shamsul Alam in the capital on Thursday.
BGMEA President Faruque Hassan apprised the State Minister about the renewed vision of BGMEA along with its new Nine Dot logo.
BGMEA recently unveiled its sustainable strategic vision with an aim to accelerate the growth of the RMG industry in a manner that is sustainable and positively impacts the economy, the environment and the lives of peoples.
According to the sustainable strategic vision- 2030, the industry has set a target of exporting apparels worth $100 billion by 2030 while creating employment for 6 million people in the apparel sector during the period by ensuring 100 per cent gender equality, inclusiveness, and a decent workplace.
In line with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG), the industry aims to reduce carbon emission, energy and ground water usages, and increase use of sustainable raw materials, use of ZDHC chemical, and renewable energy.
BGMEA President said Faruque Hassan said the renewed vision is aligned with the government vision of sustainable development.
He sought the government support for the industry, especially in the areas of skill development, innovation and technology upgradation.
State Minister for Planning Dr. ShamsulAlam congratulated BGMEA on devising the strategic vision for sustainable development and assured of all-out support of the government to realize the vision.
