SS Desk
5 May 2005, Dhaka:
Canada’s Indo-Pacific Trade representative Paul Thoppil will arrive in Bangladesh with a business delegation on a four-day visit beginning on Sunday, May 4.
Thoppil will meet with key members of Bangladesh’s Interim Government, other stakeholders, and leaders from the private sector in Bangladesh.
During his visit, he will underscore Canada’s commitment to Bangladesh at a pivotal moment in the country’s history as it pursues democratic reforms towards a free and fair election. He will also highlight Canada’s engagement in the region, notably through its Indo-Pacific Strategy, and identify ways to expand trade and investment between Canada and Bangladesh.
Thoppil will also conduct field visits to key private sector zones that are illustrative of the longstanding bilateral trade relationship and people-to-people ties.
Canada is a major exporter of wheat, pulses, cereals, and machinery to Bangladesh, and is a significant buyer of Bangladesh-made textiles and garments.
Both countries continue to explore opportunities for deeper economic collaboration, particularly in sectors such as information technology, aerospace, agriculture and clean energy.
Source: High Commission of Canada to Bangladesh, Press Release
