By Asma Parvin:

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman today called on Japanese apparel giant Uniqlo to expand its investment in Bangladesh, particularly in man-made fibre, technical textiles and sustainable garment manufacturing.

He made the call during a meeting with a delegation led by Tadashi Yanai, chairman, president and chief executive officer (CEO) of Fast Retailing Co. Ltd., the parent company of Uniqlo, at 10:30 am local time here, said PM’s Deputy Press Secretary Shahadat Shadhin.

During the meeting, Tarique Rahman appreciated Uniqlo’s confidence in Bangladesh and its longstanding business engagement with the country through Fast Retailing.

The prime minister urged Uniqlo to make further investments in Bangladesh’s ready made garment sector, particularly in man-made fibre, technical textiles and sustainable garment production.

The discussions also covered greater cooperation in technology transfer, skills development, product innovation, advanced manufacturing systems and environmentally friendly production processes.

Tarique Rahman said his government is ready to provide necessary support for expanding Uniqlo’s operations in Bangladesh.