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Catalysing Global Connections for Agro-Processing SMEs

Bangladesh
Upskilling and Reskilling, Labour market insertion
03.03.2025
BYETS project joins hands with CEMS Bangladesh to organise an international expo titled “Agro-Processing Global Gateway” to provide a platform for Agro-Processing companies, especially SMEs, to showcase their innovations and connect with international stakeholders.

The Building Youth Employability Through Skills (BYETS) project of Swisscontact has partnered with CEMS Bangladesh, a leading event organiser, to co-host the Agro-Processing Global Gateway international exposition. This event will serve as a key platform for the Agro-Processing (AP) industries, bringing together businesses of all sizes, sector stakeholders, and international buyers. Through its B2B exhibitions, CEMS Global creates opportunities for businesses to explore new markets, forge partnerships, and stay updated on industry trends and innovations by arranging around 40 Trade expos a year. With its extensive experience and network, CEMS Global plays a vital role in driving economic growth and development in the regions where it operates.

With a strong focus on empowering small and medium enterprises (SMEs), this collaboration will provide them with subsidised access to showcase their products, services, and innovations. By facilitating global market connections, the expo aims to expand their business opportunities. Beyond networking, the event will encourage the exchange of best practices, innovations, and emerging market trends. It will feature interactive sessions on technology adoption, innovative solutions, and successful business models from global AP leaders, equipping local enterprises with strategies for growth and modernisation.

BYETS team members Nadia Afrin Shams (second from left) and Suranjan Chandra Dey met with Meherun N. Islam (left), President & Group Managing Director, and Avijit Talukder, Senior Executive of Business Development at CEMS Global to formalize a partnership agreement.

Extending training to SMEs

Currently, BYETS is working with eight AP factories across Dhaka and Chattogram, implementing Workplace-Based Training (WBT) and promoting sustainable skill development. Moving forward, BYETS plans to extend WBT initiatives to SMEs, enhancing workforce skills, improving industry standards, and establishing long-term training mechanisms.

By bridging local AP industries with global stakeholders, the Agro-Processing Global Gateway marks a significant step in strengthening the sector. The event will facilitate access to businesses to advanced technologies and global partnerships, creating innovation and growth within Bangladesh’s agro-processing industry. BYETS remains committed to driving a sustainable and competitive future for the sector by championing skill development and facilitating international collaboration.

2022 - 2026
Bangladesh
Upskilling and Reskilling, Labour market insertion
Building Youth Employability through Skills (BYETS)
The Building Youth Employability through Skills (BYETS) project will empower Bangladeshi youth with improved technical, employability and entrepreneurial skills, and connect them to income generating opportunities: jobs and self-employment. BYETS will partner with Training Service Providers (TSPs), government, industry, and employers to create a conducive environment for the targeted youth that would facilitate employment opportunities for them.
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