Dhaka, May 19, 2024: This morning, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, daughter of Bangabandhu, delivered a speech at the inauguration ceremony of the 11th National Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) Product Fair 2024 held at the Bangabandhu International Conference Center. In her address, she highlighted the importance of developing and expanding the country’s SME sector.
In her speech, the Prime Minister said, “The small and medium enterprise sector is the backbone of the country’s economy. Through the development of this sector, we can accelerate the overall economic growth of the country. Our government has taken various measures to promote the SME sector, and investment and support in this sector will continue in the future.”
The event was also attended by the Minister of Commerce, the Minister of Industries, the Chairman of the SME Foundation, and representatives of various industrial organizations. In their speeches, they emphasized the need for cooperation between the government and the private sector for the development of the SME sector.
At the 11th National SME Product Fair 2024, small and medium entrepreneurs from different parts of the country are showcasing their products. The fair features a variety of products including handicrafts, textiles, food items, electronics, and more. The fair will continue until May 25 and will also see participation from both domestic and international buyers and sellers.
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina further said, “We need to encourage the young entrepreneurs of our country so that they can work on new innovative ideas. Through this fair, we have created a platform for new entrepreneurs where they can showcase their products and services and directly interact with buyers.”
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina expressed hope that this fair would play a significant role in the country’s economy and open up new horizons for the development of the SME sector.
