CEMS-Global News

The Agro Processing Global Gateway 2025 - an impactful Exhibition, Seminar, and Workshop program - officially opened today (8th May 2025) as the centerpiece of the 8th Agro Bangladesh 2025 International Expo, taking place at ICCB Dhaka!

This high-impact initiative is a signature platform jointly organized by CEMS-Global and the BYETS Project, implemented by Swisscontact and supported by the Embassy of the Kingdom of The Netherlands. It aims to accelerate Bangladesh’s agro-processing sector through innovation, export diversification, and public-private collaboration.

The Grand Inauguration Ceremony was graced by the esteemed Guest of Honor H.E. Mr. Thijs Woudstra, and presided over by Ms. Meherun N. Islam, President and Group Managing Director of CEMS-Global USA and Asia Pacific. Distinguished speakers included

Mr. Md. Abul Hashem - President, Bangladesh Agro-Processors’ Association, Ms. Nuria Lopez - Chairperson, EU Chamber of Commerce in Bangladesh, Mr. Mahbub Baset - COO, Ifad Multi Products Ltd. and Ms. Ishrat Fatema - Deputy Country Director, Swisscontact

Under the broader Agro Series of Exhibitions, two concurrent expos — the 8th Food Bangladesh 2025 International Expo and the 5th Food Pack Bangladesh International Expo - are also being held, spotlighting innovations in food processing, packaging, safety, and technology.

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with industry leaders, policymakers, innovators, and global stakeholders driving transformation in agro-processing and food value chains.

📍 Visit us at ICCB Dhaka from 8–10 May 2025
🌐 Learn more at: www.cems-agroexpo.com