A delegation of German business stakeholders has wrapped up a five-day visit to Bangladesh, participating in the Bangladesh Investment Summit 2025 and engaging with various stakeholders in Dhaka and Chittagong. The group included representatives from the German Federal Government, business associations, and leading enterprises, as announced by the German Embassy in Dhaka.
During their visit, the delegates met with senior Government officials, took part in sectoral discussions at the Bangladesh Investment Summit, and toured key industrial sites. Notable visits included the German-Bangladeshi joint venture Hana System Ltd in Gazipur, the WALTON Group, and logistics and ship recycling operations in Chittagong. They also explored German-affiliated factories and infrastructure projects, gaining insight into Bangladesh’s evolving investment landscape.
Almut Roessner, Executive Board Member of OAV-German Asia-Pacific Business Delegation, expressed that the participants were highly impressed by the diverse business opportunities available in various manufacturing sectors beyond textiles. “For Bangladeshi firms looking to expand production to meet increasing local and international demand, German suppliers of specialized machinery and automation technology present highly attractive partnerships,” Roessner noted. He emphasised that discussions with representatives of the interim Government revealed a strong commitment to a lasting reform agenda aimed at attracting a wider range of investments to the country.
The delegation was organised in collaboration with OAV – the German Asia-Pacific Business Association, which supports bilateral business cooperation and enhances Germany’s presence in emerging Asian markets.
Germany recognises Bangladesh as a strategic partner in trade, investment, and sustainable development. With total bilateral trade valued at US $ 9.81 billion in 2024, this visit underscores Germany’s confidence in Bangladesh’s economic potential and its commitment to fostering resilient and future-oriented partnerships.
