EBFCI leadership, including Director General Salim Sharif and Country Director Mohammad Ali, held strategic meetings in Dhaka with the Brazilian Ambassador Paulo Fernando Dias Feres and Swiss Embassy Counsellor Alberto Giovanetti, focusing on agro-tech, RMG, trade, investment, and collaboration opportunities

EBFCI signed an MoU with Crowne Plaza Dhaka Airport by IHG on 9 May 2026, granting member privileges; signed by Mohammad Ali Country Director of EBFCI Bangladesh Region, and Mr. Ashwani Nayar, Area General Manager, IHG South West Asia & Cluster General Manager, Crowne Plaza Dhaka Airport by IHG in presence of EBFCI'S DG , Directors and senior officials.

26 January 2026 | Europe Bangladesh Federation of Commerce and Industry held a BD Networking Meeting at All Community Club, Gulshan, Dhaka, focusing on the Start-Up Support Pilot Launch Programme, membership expansion, and strategic development partnerships, chaired by Dr. Wali Tasar Uddin, with Mohammad Ali and Brand Ambassador Dipti Chowdhury, engaging business leaders to strengthen collaboration across Bangladesh.

The Dhaka International Textile & Apparel Expo 2025, organized by DTA in collaboration with the Europe Bangladesh Federation of Commerce and Industry, successfully connected 8,000+ attendees, buyers, and exhibitors from over 50 countries during a landmark three-day textile and apparel industry event held at the China-Bangladesh Friendship Conference Centre, Dhaka.

Europe Bangladesh Federation of Commerce and Industry hosted its Scottish Regional Meeting on 16 November 2025 at Edinburgh , bringing together NRB and Scottish business leaders. Salim Sharif (DG -EU & Global )presented EBFCI’s global activities and partnerships, while senior directors including Mr. Sami Sanaullah, Mr. Atahir Khan, Mr. Abdul Motin, Mr. Craig McIvor, and newly appointed director Mr. Matin Khan joined discussions on trade, collaboration, and EBFCI’s growing presence in Scotland.

The Europe Bangladesh Federation of Commerce and Industry Business Delegation Visit to Barcelona on 19th–22nd October 2025 - featured productive meetings with Mr. Ramon Pedro Barnaus the Consul General of Bangladesh in Barcelona and NRB business leaders, focusing on strengthening Bangladesh–Spain business collaboration and establishing an EBFCI Network Hub in Barcelona

EBFCI has partnered with the Centre for the Rehabilitation of the Paralysed (CRP), founded by Valerie Ann Taylor OBE, to advance inclusive healthcare in Bangladesh. An MoU was signed at EBFCI’s Dhaka branch office in Gulshan, in presence of Valerie Taylor and EBFCI President Dr. Wali Tasar Uddin, with leadership from both organisations.

EBFCI team met key French and EU business organisations in Orléans on 15 July 2025, including Paris Chamber of Commerce, Enterprise Europe Network, and DEV’UP Loire Valley. The meeting explored strong collaboration opportunities in EU–international business development, trade, investment, innovation, and sustainable cross-border growth.

EBFCI met H.E. Khondker M. Talha, Ambassador of Bangladesh to France and Permanent Delegate to UNESCO, in Paris. Led by President Dr. Wali Tasar Uddin, discussions focused on EBFCI’s vision, future collaboration opportunities, and strengthening EU–Bangladesh cooperation and engagement.

EBFCI Bangladesh Chapter Official Inauguration | 25 June 2025 - A memorable milestone as EBFCI officially launched its Bangladesh Chapter at Dhaka, bringing together distinguished diplomats, senior government officials, business leaders, and development partners to strengthen Bangladesh–Europe business collaboration and unlock new opportunities across diverse industries.

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed with Turkish Airlines in Dhaka. The agreement was signed by our Bangladesh Country Head, Mr. Mohammad Ali, and Mr. Islam Gure, General Manager of Turkish Airlines.

EBFCI – Athens NRB Business Leaders Meeting & Networking | 22 April 2025 Led by President Dr. Wali Tasar Uddin, EBFCI met NRB business leaders in Athens to discuss business formalisation challenges, governance barriers, and future collaboration. Participants also showed strong interest in establishing an EBFCI liaison office to enhance support, networking, and institutional engagement.

EBFCI Meets ACCI – Advancing Trade & Knowledge Partnerships | 22 April 2025 - EBFCI met Mrs. Eleni Foti, Director of International Trade Relations at ACCI, to discuss collaboration on international trade and NRB engagement. Both parties expressed strong interest in joint initiatives to enhance EU–Bangladesh trade, knowledge exchange, and future events involving NRB business leaders, ACCI, and EBFCI.

EBFCI & Bangladesh High Commission Unite in London on19th February 2025 to Drive Sustainable Growth, Trade Enhancement, Strategic Collaboration, Advocacy, and Skills Development for Europe-Bangladesh Business Futures

EBFCI Hosts ‘Business Beyond Borders’ in Sylhet: Strengthening EU-Bangladesh Economic Ties, Sustainable Development, and Investment Opportunities on 12th February 2025. H.E. Mr. Michael Miller, EU Ambassador, Highlights Commitment to Future Collaborations and Growth in Bangladesh’s Business Landscape.

NRB World extends a warm welcome and a reception for Dr. Wali Tasar Uddin MBE DBA JP, President of EBFCI, along with the Bangladesh Country Director and other senior directors of EBFCI. Dr. Wali will be one of the esteemed panel discussion speakers on Export Opportunities at the NRB World Summit 2024, which will take place at the Sheraton Hotel Dhaka on Thursday, 26th December 2024.

On 24 December 2024, Dr. Wali Tasar Uddin MBE DBA JP, President of EBFCI, along with the Bangladesh Country Head and senior Directors of EBFCI, held a highly productive and insightful meeting with the Honourable Commerce Advisor, Mr. SK Bashir, at the Ministry of Commerce.

In May 2025, H.E. Michael Miller, EU Ambassador to Bangladesh, met with Dr. Wali Tasar Uddin MBE, President of EBFCI. Joined by Mr. Mohammad Ali and senior EBFCI officials, they discussed future collaborations. The Ambassador praised EBFCI’s innovative business approach and expressed strong support for joint projects and events in the European Union.

EBFCI Athens on May 2025: Empowering NRB Business Leaders Through Dialogue, Strategy, and Connection for Growth, Governance Reform, and Future Collaboration Across Borders

EBFCI Partners with InterContinental Dhaka to Deliver Exclusive Member Benefits and Strategic Hospitality Collaboration

The EBFCI Bangladesh Regional Head Mr. Mohammad Ali and his team met with representatives from Turkish Airlines and the British High Commission to explore opportunities for corporate partnerships and collaborative initiatives. Both organisations expressed strong interest in working with EBFCI and commended its initiatives.

EBFCI-BGMEA meeting in January 2025 focused on boosting Bangladesh’s RMG exports in untapped regions. Key leaders, including Mr. Anwar Hossain, Administrator of BGMEA and Vice Chairman of the Export Promotion Bureau, and Dr. Wali Tasar Uddin MBE JP, President of EBFCI, discussed collaboration on skill development and export strategies, aiming to unlock new growth opportunities

EBFCI President Addresses BGEA AGM on 16 January 2025: Exploring Partnerships to Boost RMG Exports and Drive Skills Development

EU Chamber Chairperson Nuria Lopez met with EBFCI leaders Dr. Wali Uddin MBE JP and Mr. Mohammad Ali in Dhaka. They agreed to collaborate on innovative, sustainable business solutions to boost regional economic growth.

On 29 October 2024, EBFCI MD Mr. Salim and Canada Country Head Tanvir Ahmed Chowdhury hosted a productive event in Toronto, connecting NRB businesses and promoting collaboration beyond Europe to strengthen global trade and business opportunities.

EBFCI delegation met Honourable Advisor Md. Tauhid Hossain at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Dhaka Secretariat, to discuss strengthening diplomatic ties, enhancing Bangladesh’s global trade presence, and exploring strategic collaboration for international business growth and investment opportunities.

EBFC delegation I met Honourable Advisor Lt. Gen. Md. Jahangir Alam Chowdhury (Retd.) at the Ministry of Home Affairs and Agriculture to discuss collaboration on policy, security, and sustainable business development.

EBFCI Leadership Meets Brigadier General (R.) Dr. M Sakhawat Hussain, Honourable Advisor to the Ministry of Shipping, Jute and Textile, for Strategic Dialogue on Enhancing Trade, Policy Alignment, and Sectoral Development in Support of Bangladesh’s Export and Industrial Growth Initiatives.

EBFCI meeting with Honourable Advisor Nahid Islam at Dhaka Secretariat to discuss Bangladesh’s strategic role as Southeast Asia’s technology hub, AI skill development, digital innovation, and media engagement for branding Bangladesh globally.

EBFCI pleased to start September 2024 delegation visit with a successful press briefing and networking event, bringing together members from the UK, EU, Bangladesh, and inspiring young students