Trade and Investment in Bangladesh Seafood Supply-Chain

Bangladesh’s seafood industry shines with substantial production figures in shrimp and freshwater fish, exceeding 500,000 and 3.2 million metric tons, respectively, in 2022. Efforts in modernization and sustainability across marine and inland fisheries reflect Bangladesh’s global prominence. Regulatory advancements have propelled a 25% surge in seafood exports to $120 million in 2022. Aligned strategies focus on streamlined regulations, investment incentives, infrastructure reinforcement, and research amplification. The proposed “Bangladesh International Seafood Production and Processing Zone” aligns with sustainable growth goals, highlighting economic prosperity and environmental stewardship.

Session Objectives:

  •  Showcase Bangladesh’s seafood production eminence in shrimp and freshwater fish.
  •  Highlight sustainability initiatives in marine and inland fisheries.
  • Address regulatory advancements and their impact on industry sustainability.
  • Explore factors driving the surge in seafood exports to $120 million in 2022.
  • Present the potential of the “Bangladesh International Seafood Production and Processing Zone” for industry expansion and economic growth.

Schedule

Speaker

Dr. Shatadru Chattopadhyay

Managing Director, Solidaridad Network Asia

Dr. Shatadru Chattopadhyay

Managing Director, Solidaridad Network Asia

Dr. Shatadru Chattopadhyay

Managing Director, Solidaridad Network Asia

Dr. Shatadru Chattopadhyay

Managing Director, Solidaridad Network Asia