The Federation of Bangladesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FBCCI) has called for a strategic shift in bilateral trade with Pakistan, emphasizing joint ventures and the creation of integrated value chains to address the existing trade deficit. During a B2B networking session held on May 3, 2026, at the FBCCI, Dhaka, leaders from both nations’ explored ways to elevate economic ties beyond traditional buyer-seller relationships.

Mr. Muhammad Raza, Senior Vice President of Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) led the delegation. 

Both sides agreed that sectors like agriculture, textiles, minerals, and technology offer huge opportunities for both countries to grow together.

FBCCI Secretary General Mr. Md. Alamgir remarked that as Bangladesh emerges as a global manufacturing hub, the time is ideal to transform historical and cultural ties into a robust, modern economic partnership.
 
Member of the KCCI Managing Committee Mr. Imran Moiz Khan, Former Directors of FBCCI Mr. Mehdi Ali and Mr. Abdul Wahed, President of Bangladesh CNG Machineries Importers Association Mr. Zakir Hossain Nayon, General Secretary of Bangladesh Supermarket Owners Association Mr. Zakir Hossain, Secretary General of FBCCI Mr. Md. Alamgir, Head of International Affairs Wing Mr. Md. Zafar Iqbal ndc, and others were present at the meeting.

The session concluded with both chambers committing to facilitate more frequent industry-specific exchanges to realize these commercial goals.