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Indomitable Bangladesh on March towards Development BEPZA Greets Hon’ble PM Sheikh Hasina for Victory EPZs Draws Unique Example in Development of BD PM Inaugurates BEPZA Public School of UEPZ Indomitable Bangladesh on March towards Development BEPZA Greets Hon’ble PM Sheikh Hasina for Victory EPZs Draws Unique Example in Development of BD PM Inaugurates BEPZA Public School of UEPZ A Quarterly Journal of the Bangladesh Export Processing Zones Authority, October-December, 2018, Issue - 49 3 4 4 5 13 7 10 BEPZA Executive Chairman Awarded BSP Automation Introduced in EPZ Hospitals EPZ’s 4 Industry Awarded National Export Trophy Govt. Declares New Wage Structure for EPZs Workers BEPZA Executive Chairman Awarded BSP Automation Introduced in EPZ Hospitals EPZ’s 4 Industry Awarded National Export Trophy Govt. Declares New Wage Structure for EPZs Workers October-December, 2018 Major General Mohd Habibur Rahman Khan, BSP, ndc, psc Executive Chairman, BEPZA Bangladesh Export Processing Zones Authority (BEPZA) always tries to operate the EPZs with highest efficiency, sincerity and innovation so that the entrepreneurs can easily do their business here. Investors from across the globe put their confidence on BEPZA and together we have created a unique harmony among Workers-Management-Owners. BEPZA, as one of the entities under the Prime Minister’s Office, is playing a pivotal role in ushering Bangladesh to its goal to become a middle-income nation by 2021 and developed country by 2041. The directives and guidance of the Hon’ble Prime Minister, as the Chairman of BEPZA Board of Governors, always inspire us to do better. During last 10 years in two successful terms of the present government under visionary leadership of the Hon’ble Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, BEPZA achieved remarkable growth in investment, export and employment generation in the EPZs of the country. Through the absolute victory in the 11th parliamentary election, the present government under the dynamic leadership of the Hon’ble Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina will guide us for the next five years. On behalf of the employees of BEPZA, we congratulate Hon’ble Prime Minister for this landslide win. The consecutive third term of the government, we believe, our success will cross all the previous time. I welcome investors from all over the world to become our partner. We are trying to illustrate some events directly or indirectly related to BEPZA in every issue of BEPZA bulletin. This endeavour has been continued even in this issue. BEPZA proudly spared lead story on the 4th National Development Fair of Bangladesh where depicted the government's multiple development initiatives and successes which prove that Bangladesh is marching forward on the development highway along with its various progresses. We expanded this news in our Exclusive page, here 8 EPZs under BEPZA participated the fair and showcasing achievements and development activities of the present government. Executive Chairman, BEPZA congratulated the Hon’ble Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina for her absolute victory in 11th Parliamentary election. We put it in the National page and also added the journey of BEPZA Public School in Uttara EPZ, which inaugurated by the Hon’ble Prime Minister. We described our new wage structure of EPZs workers elaborately in Workforce page. Activities page is designed with EC’s dynamic activities in EPZs including opening of Fire Service Station in Karnaphuli EPZ. BEPZA has organized seminar to promote investment in the three EPZs of Northern & Southern part of the country. We placed seminar news in Business page. Trade page portrayed with National Export Trophy, Denim expo etc. BEPZA Chief awarded Bisishto Sheba Padak for serving to the development of both the military and the nation. We put this news in Clippings page as well as foreign delegation’s visit in EPZs. Besides, automation of EPZs’ Hospitals & Medical centers, WWA election, training etc. have been focused in the extra page of this bulletin. We are thankful for the nice cooperation from our zones as well as Executive Office which helped PR team to publish this bulletin. Public Relations Department Sheikh Hasina Special Initiatives Sheikh Hasina Special Initiatives October- December, 2018 473 68,398.66 473 4th 'National Development Fair' was organized with the theme “Indomitable Bangladesh on March towards Development” (Dbœq‡bi AwfhvÎvq A`g¨ evsjv‡`k) in Dhaka and all the districts and upazilas across the country. Honourable Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina inaugurated this three-day long fair through a video conference from Gono Bhaban on 4 October 2018. The main objective of this fair was to show the government's multiple development initiatives and successes. At the inauguration ceremony, Hon’ble Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina said, “Our goal is to improve the living standard of each person, including those from grassroots, and give a decent life to them,” She also said, ‘we have achieved independence by the leadership of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. We alleviated poverty after taking power. My government has been working not only for the present time, but also for the new and future generations so that they can have a better living condition. We want to create favourable environment for our present and future citizens.’ Her government has taken all the necessary plans and is working accordingly so that the country can achieve a greater dignity in the global arena, she added. As a part of government organization Executive Chairman, BEPZA participated in the inauguration ceremony and showcasing EPZs achievements through pavilion. The fair highlighted the government's development efforts and achievements made so far in its journey towards making Bangladesh a middle-income country by 2021 and a developed one by 2041. People of Bangladesh witnessed a lot of changes in their living standard during last 10 years. Development successes achieved in different sectors under the dynamic and farsighted leadership of Hon’ble Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina were exhibited in the countrywide fair. Besides, information on 10 special initiatives taken by the PM, Bangabandhu Satellite and mega projects, including the Padma Bridge and Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant has been displayed in the fair. A total of 500 venues across the countries, including all districts, upazilas headquarters and union exhibit the fair. Various government offices, agencies, banks, and insurance and other financial institutions joined the fair. In the capital, the fair was being held at the field of International Trade Fair in Agargaon area. Principal Secretary to the PMO Mr. Md. Nojibur Rahman conducted the event, while Principal Coordinator (SDGs Affairs) at the PMO Mr. Md. Abul Kalam Azad made an audio-video presentation depicting the major development successes of last 10 years. Speaker Dr. Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury and Road Transport and Bridges Minister Mr. Obaidul Quader, Agriculture Minister Matia Chowdhury and Prime Minister’s Advisers HT Imam and Dr. Mashihur Rahman were among others present at the inaugural event. Jump on Exclusive Page 8-9 Indomitable Bangladesh on March towards Development 4th National Development Fair Held Countrywide to Focus the Progress Hon’ble Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina inaugurates the countrywide ‘National Development Fair’ through a video conference form Gono Bhaban Hon’ble Prime Minister speaks at the inauguration of 4th National Development Fair October-December, 2018 Bangladesh Export Processing Zones Authority (BEPZA) has congratulated the Honourable Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina for absolute victory in the 11th parliamentary election. The Executive Chairman of BEPZA Major General Mohd Habibur Rahman Khan, BSP, ndc, psc, on behalf of the employees of BEPZA, greeted her with flowers at Gono Bhaban on 31 December 2018. Under the dynamic leadership of the Honourable Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina BEPZA experienced a 3 fold increase in the flow of investment in the last 10 years. Export from the eight EPZs of BEPZA increased more than 4 fold. BEPZA generated employment for more than 3 lac during this period. Mentionable, the Prime Minister is the Chairman of the BEPZA Board of Governors. Honourable Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has inaugurated most of the EPZs operating by BEPZA. BEPZA Greets Honourable Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina BEPZA Executive Chairman handing over a bouquet to Hon’ble Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina at Gono Bhaban Hon’ble PM announced the inauguration of the school through video confernce PM Inaugurates BEPZA Public School & College of Uttara EPZ BEPZA Public School & College of Uttara EPZ, Nilphamari has formally started its journey. Honourable Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina announced the inauguration of the school on 01 November 2018 via video conference from the Gono Bhaban, Dhaka as a part of inaugurating other projects countrywide. During inauguration she said, ‘I have founded the Uttara EPZ. Now this school will be helpful in spreading better education in this region’. BEPZA established the school by its own cost on 2.54 acres of land. A two storied building with four storied foundation having all modern facilities has been constructed. There are 21 rooms including 14 classrooms, teacher’s room, laboratory, auditorium with central sound system. The school initially started educational activities from nursery to class five with 224 students. The UEPZ workers’ children will get education here in 50% subsidized tuition fee like other BEPZA Public School & Colleges. After the inauguration by the Hon‘ble Prime Minister, Member (IP) of BEPZA along with DC Nilphamari and visited the school and observed the modern education facilities. Mentionable, Hon’ble Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, by her pragmatic decision, established Uttara EPZ on 2001. Member (IP) along with GM (UEPZ) & GM (ES) of BEPZA and DC, Nilphamari poses in front of the foundation plaque October- December, 2018 Executive Chairman of Bangladesh Export Processing Zones Authority (BEPZA) Major General Mohd Habibur Rahman Khan, BSP, ndc, psc awarded Bisishto Sheba Padak (BSP). The government bestowed him with this title for contributing greatly to the development of both the military and the nation. Chief of Army Staff General Aziz Ahmed, BGBM, PBGM, BGBMS, psc, G conferred the medal in a program organized at Dhaka Cantonment on 22 November 2018. Major General Mohd Habibur Rahman Khan, BSP, ndc, psc contributed greatly to the nation by dint of his devotion, loyalty, excellence in management and philanthropy. Through diligence, honesty, hard work, pragmatic and decisive planning, decision making and high standard of professionalism he had served as the Surveyor General of Bangladesh, Commandant of Military Institute of Science and Technology, Engineer-in-Chief of Bangladesh Army. Under his long list of accomplishments he had successfully planned and executed the constructions of 500-bed Kurmitola Hospital, NDC accommodation at Mirpur Cantonment, extension and modernization of CMH Dhaka, completion of Hatirjheel project, Mirpur-Airport road flyover, Bangabandhu Complex at BMA, Ramu-Ukhia Buddhist Shrine. During his tenure as the BEPZA Executive Chairman, BEPZA experienced unprecedented growth in investment, export and employment opportunities that contributed to the economic development of the nation and taken BEPZA to its zenith of success. Malaysian Envoy A-45 members delegation consist of journalists and mass media personalities of India, Canada, South Korea, Philippines, Ethiopia, Brazil, Turkey, KSA, Japan and Oman visited Dhaka EPZ on 6 October 2018. Farid Hossain, Minister (Press) of Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi led the delegates. GM of Dhaka EPZ Md. Mehboob Ali briefed the delegation on overall scenarios of BEPZA. He also highlighted the performance and achievement of the EPZ in the last couple of years. Zillur Rahman ndc, Member (Investment Promotion), GM (Public Relations) Nazma Binte Alamgir, GM (Security) Lt. Col Taimur Saladin Kaikobad were present during the briefing session. A-17 member delegation of International Cooperation Organization for Small & Medium Enterprises in Asia (ICOSA) led by its Chairman Mr. Naohiro Kurose Ph.D visited Chittagong EPZ on 7 November 2018. Khorshid Alam, GM of Chittagong EPZ briefed them on the activities, performance and achievement of BEPZA. Afterward, the delegation visited OP Seed Co. (BD) Ltd. and Pacific Jeans Ltd. of CEPZ. Mr. Harry Verweij, Netherlands Ambassador to Bangladesh visited Denim Expert Ltd., Bangladesh- Netherland joint venture RMG industry of Karnaphuli EPZ on 6 November 2018. During the visit, the Ambassador was briefed about the overall activities of the EPZs, workers facilities and working environment as well as CSR activities of the enterprises. The Envoy expressed his utmost satisfaction on overall activates of EPZs. Moshiuddin Bin Mesbah, GM of KEPZ accompanied the Envoy. BEPZA Chief Maj Gen Habib Receives Bisishto Sheba Padak Visit in EPZ Executive Chairman of BEPZA Major General Mohd Habibur Rahman Khan, BSP, ndc, psc inaugurated Stress Management Center on 29 October 2018 at level-5 of BEPZA Complex. Members, Secretary, General Managers and officials of BEPZA were present during that time. This Stress Management Center has facilitated with modern fitness equipments and guidelines to make the body strong, fit and healthy. BEPZA has set up this high quality gymnasium to ensure a harmonious development of the mental, physical and spiritual prowess of the individual. BEPZA Opens Stress Management Center Malaysian High Commissioner in Bangladesh Madam Nur Ashikin Mohd Taib visited Chittagong EPZ on 11 December 2018. During the briefing session at the Zone office, Khorshid Alam, GM of CEPZ described about the activities, performance and present initiatives of EPZ as well as BEPZA. The envoy appreciated the EPZs’ role in contributing economic development of Bangladesh. The Envoy visited OP Seed Co. (BD) Limited, a Japanese electrical & electronics factory in CEPZ. He praised to see the production system and compliance of the factory. 45 International Media Personalities ICOSA Members Dutch Ambassador Journalists watching presentation on BEPZA BEPZA Executive Chairman inaugurating stress management center GM, CEPZ handing over a crest to the Malaysian Envoy Chief of Army Staff conferred BSP medal to the BEPZA Chief 1 2 3 4 5 6 October-December, 2018 1. 2. 2. BEPZA Inaugurates Fire Service Station at Karnaphuli EPZ BEPZA Executive Chairman inaugurates the newly-built Fire Service Station at KEPZ BEPZA has opened a new Fire Service & Civil Defence Station at Karnaphuli EPZ to strengthen the fire prevention and workplace safety as well as the operations of rescue and assistance in fire disaster. BEPZA Executive Chairman Major General Mohd Habibur Rahman Khan, BSP, ndc, psc inaugurated the newly established Fire Service Station at KEPZ premises in Chattogram on 3 December 2018. During the inaugural ceremony Major General Habib said, industrial friendly peaceful investment climate is the main attraction of EPZ and the key strength of EPZs is amicable cohesive teamwork & harmonious relations among Worker-Management-Owner.” He said, BEPZA has set up this Fire Station in KEPZ to assure the safety of lives and properties of both workers & entrepreneurs and ensure workplace safety including tackle the emergency situation. The Fire Station built by own fund of BEPZA has 05 emergency tenders vehicles which equipped with modern fire fighting appliances. After the inauguration, BEPZA Chief observed the Fire Station and happy to see the modern facilities and equipments. DG of Bangladesh Fire Service and Civil Defence Brigadier General Ali Ahmed Khan, Ashraful Kabir, Chief Engineer of BEPZA, Moshiuddin Bin Mesbah, GM of KEPZ and Md. Khorshid Alam, GM of CEPZ were present during inauguration. 1 2 3 4 5 6 EC’s Dynamic Activities in EPZs 1 BEPZA, Executive Chairman Major General Mohd Habibur Rahman Khan, BSP, ndc, psc visited BEPZA Economic Zone, Mirsharai, Chattogram on 3 December, 2018. He inspected the BEPZA EZ site and instructed the officers in various issues. 2 General Habib physically observed CCTV monitoring room and examined the CCTV performance in Dhaka EPZ premises on 26 November 2018. Executive Chairman has given highest priority to ensure safety and security of the zone. 3 The Northern Area Poverty Reduction Initiative (NARI) project has taken to train unemployed women of Northern Region and to reduce poverty through employment generation. BEPZA Chief distributed certificates among the trainee on 26 November 2018 at Dhaka EPZ. 4 Executive Chairman of BEPZA visited a Qatar Marble Company Bangladesh of Mongla EPZ on 06 December, 2018. He observed the production process and factory atmosphere. General Habib exchanged idea with factory owner regarding on the progress of the working climate. 5 BEPZA Chief urged the investors of Mongla EPZ to maintain peaceful working environment during a meeting on 5 November, 2018. He thanked the investors for their nice cooperation in operating MEPZ smoothly. 6 Major General Mohd Habibur Rahman Khan, BSP, ndc, psc, inaugurated a cafeteria in Mongla EPZ on 06 December, 2019. The café will serve delicious and testy food to Mongla EPZ’s investors, employees and others people. October-December, 2018 Standard Chartered Opens Business Development Office at Uttara EPZ EPZ’s Four Enterprises Awarded National Export Trophy 2015-16 EPZ’s Four Enterprises Awarded National Export Trophy 2015-16 Universal Jeans Limited, Pacific Jeans Limited and Jeans 2000 Limited- three companies of Pacific Jeans Group of Chittagong EPZ have been awarded all three ‘National Export Trophy’-Gold, Silver & Bronze for the year 2015-16 for being the highest exporter of EPZs of Bangladesh. While RM Interlinings Limited, another company of Chittagong EPZ also bagged Gold Trophy under EPZ category. Honourable Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina handed over the Trophies to the recipients at a program on 2 December 2018 in Dhaka as the Chief Guest. She suggested businessmen diversify both markets and goods to export more. Mentionable, Pacific Jeans Group has been awarded 19 National Export Trophies since 1998-99 to 2015-16 as the highest exporter of the EPZs as well as country. On the other hand, RM Interlinings achieved the Gold Trophy for the consecutive two years i.e. 2014-15, and 2015-16 for the significant contribution to the export of the country. 56 companies awarded National Export Trophy for the fiscal year 2015-16 in three sections -- Gold, Silver and Bronze under 24 categories. Hon’ble PM handing over trophy to Md. Nasir Uddin, Chairman of Pacific Jeans Group Mohd. Mozharul Hoq, MD of R.M Interlinings receiving trophy from the PM Director of Pacific Jeans Group Syed M. Tanvir Receiving export trophy from PM The ninth edition of 'Bangladesh Denim Expo', held on 7-8 November 2018 in Dhaka, drew positive response from the participants, buyers and brands. The Expo aimed to showcasing Bangladeshi denim brands to the global market and to make Bangladesh a 'one-stop sourcing platform' for denim. Different seminars and panel discussions were organized on the sidelines where the speakers laid emphasis on the most recent developments in eco-friendly and sustainable finishing technologies, and energy-efficient ways of operations. A total of 62 exhibitors from across the globe including Germany, USA, Turkey, Italy, Singapore, Spain, Pakistan, Japan, San Marino, China, and India took part in the event to attract the visitors, especially from the international arena. The underlying concept of the Expo is to fulfill the needs of the international denim community, offering the opportunity to make new contacts with potential buyers, discovering new products and gain a comprehensive overview of the latest developments available from the industry. The Expo also highlighted the progress that has been made in Bangladesh regarding safe working conditions and sustainability practices of the readymade garment industry of the country. Denim Expo Draws Positive Response from Buyers and Brands GM of Uttara EPZ and senior officials of bank are seen in the picture The Standard Chartered has opened a business development office at Uttara EPZ in Nilphamari on 29 October 2018. This is the seventh such office after Dhaka, Chittagong, Adamjee, Karnaphuli, Cumilla and Mongla EPZ. The office will provide strategic service representation to the existing and potential clients. SM Akhtar Alam Mostafi, GM of Uttara EPZ, Naser Ezaz Bijoy, CEO, Apurva Jain, Head of Transaction Banking along with other senior officials from Standard Chartered Bangladesh were present on the occasion. Bangladesh Export Processing Zones Authority (BEPZA) has set Tk 8,200 as the minimum wage for the workers of Export Processing Zones (EPZ) of the country. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina approved the pay structure along with other benefits and conditions of the service for over 5 lac workers of the country's eight EPZs on 14 November, which will come into effect from 1 December 2018. It was increased for the last time in December, 2013. After a series of meeting held among the Government, Bangladesh EPZ Authority and Bangladesh EPZ Investors Association (BEPZIA) the gross minimum wages has been fixed Tk 8,200 (US$ 100) from Tk 5,600 (US$ 70) a month. It is 46.43 percent higher than the previous minimum wage. This gross minimum wage includes Tk 4500 as basic wage, 50% house rent on basic and Tk 1450 medical allowance. In addition they will get food or food allowance and transport or transport allowance from the enterprises. A. Wage structure for the workers of Garments/ Garments Accessories/ Shoe/ Shoe Accessories/ Leather Products/ Support Services/ Tent & Tent Accessories/ Plastic Products/ Toys/ Cap & Hats and other related industry The EPZ workers are enjoying free medical services from the EPZ Hospital and Medical Center as well as from their own factory Doctor besides getting fixed medical allowance. Moreover, they are also getting day care services for their children, canteen facilities and education opportunity through BEPZA Public School & College. Government Declares New Wage Structure for EPZ Workers Government Declares New Wage Structure for EPZ Workers B. Wage structure for the workers of Electronics & Electrical products /Software/ Lenses & Glass products/ Metal & Metal casting/ Automobile & Auto parts/ Bi-cycle/ Heavy Industries/ Cosmetics/ Boats/Golf Shaft/ Fishing Equipments and other related products C. Wage structure for the workers of Textile Industry/ Chemical/Dyeing/ Oil & Refinery/ Agro Products/ Furniture/ Wood & Bamboo Products and other related industry D. Minimum wage for the workers of Terry Towel/Sweater/Wigs and other piece rated industry: In case of piece rate workers wage has been re-fixed in such a way so that a piece rated worker gets minimum wage as same as salaried workers of this category i.e. Tk 8,650 for usual hours of work. Helper Jr. Operator Jr. Operator Un- skilled Semi skilled Skilled grade-2 High shilled Operator Operator Sr. Operator Sr. Operator High Skilled 5600 8200 6440 9100 6860 9550 7280 10000 11200 14950 2013 2018 B. C. A. 6650 9325 7210 9925 7980 10750 5992 8650 6790 9475 7210 9925 11200 14950 October-December, 2018 Workers-Management-Owners Synergy Two Factories of AEPZ & IEPZ Paid Tk 22 Crore Dues of Workers The Authority of Suad Garments Industries Limited of Adamjee EPZ, which was closed for not being able to run the business for various complications, paid the dues of the workers of its factory on 15 November 2018. Whereas, A & A Travelling Goods Bangladesh Limited of Ishwardi EPZ also paid the dues of the workers on 26 & 27 December 2018. The payment of the workers' dues made possible for the relentless efforts of BEPZA. Suad Garments, a Kuwait-Bangladesh joint venture garment factory, paid a total of Tk 20 crore to 2,779 workers of the against their provident fund and gratuity. On the other hand, South Korean owned bag-manufacturing company A & A Travelling Goods paid Tk 2 crore to 311 workers against the dues wages, over-time allowance, provident fund and gratuity. The Suad Garments Industries Ltd. has been operating at the AEPZ since 2014. The authority decided to shut the garment factory as they were facing various problems to run the factory. Later, production activities were completely closed at the factory following change of its ownership. A & A Travelling Goods Bangladesh Limited was started commercial operation in IEPZ on 2013. They shut their factory due to some complications. Workers of Suad Garments receiving their dues at the factory premises October-December, 2018 VIP Luggage to Set up Another Plant in MEPZ Two Bangladeshi and one Sino-Bangla joint venture company are going to invest US$ 31.59 million to set up readymade garments industry in Adamjee EPZ. Frame House Apparels Limited will invest US$ 10.24 million for setting up a RMG plant with annual production capacity of 38.4 million pcs of lingerie.1879 Bangladeshi nationals will get employment opportunity in this Bangladeshi company. Zillur Rahman ndc, Member (Investment Promotion) of BEPZA and Syed Shabbir Reza, Managing Director of Frame House Apparels signed agreement on 15 October 2018 at BEPZA Complex, Dhaka. Hamza Fashion Limited will produce 38.88 million pcs of Basic ‘T’ Shirt, Polo Shirt, Jackets, and Trousers per annum by investing US$ 16 million. This Bangladeshi company will create employment opportunity for 5000 Bangladeshi nationals. Member (IP) of BEPZA and Nafis Sikder, Managing Director of Hamza Fashion Limited signed agreement in this regard on 27 December 2018. Odintex Factory (Bangladesh) Limited, a Sino-Bangla joint venture company, will established a readymade garments industry in Adamjee EPZ. They will invest US$ 5.35 million for producing 4.5 million pcs of Work Wear Garments, Shirt, Pant, skirt, Bermuda etc per annum. 1000 Bangladeshi nationals will get employment opportunity in this factory. Member (IP) of BEPZA and Barun Debnath, Managing Director of Odintex Factory (Bangladesh) Limited signed agreement on 3 December 2018 at BEPZA Complex. 3 Companies to Invest US$ 31.59 M in Adamjee EPZ THT-Space Electrical Company Limited is going to establish an Electrical & Electronics Devices manufacturing industry in Uttara EPZ. This 100% Chinese owned company will invest US$ 10.42 million for setting up their plant with annual production capacity of 880 thousand pcs of Thermal Printer, Dot Printer, Attendance-Clock, Bender etc. THT-Space Electrical Company will create employment opportunity for 465 Bangladeshi nationals. Member (IP) of BEPZA and Feng Shi, Managing Director of THT-Space Electrical Company signed the agreement on 15 October 2018. VIP Accessories BD Private Limited is going to set up a luggage accessories manufacturing factory in Mongla EPZ. This Indian company will invest US$ 230 thousand for producing 1.08 million pcs of Carton, Poly Bag, Trolley, Wheel, Sticker and Metal Frame per annum. 65 Bangladeshi nationals will get employment opportunity in this factory. VIP Luggage has another four companies in MEPZ. Ashish Kumar Saha, Director of VIP Accessories and Member (IP) of BEPZA signed agreement on 18 November 2018 at BEPZA Complex, Dhaka. Chinese Industry to Invest US$ 10.42 M in UEPZ Bangladeshi company Sterling Classicwears Limited will invest US$ 15 million to establish a garments manufacturing industry in Ishwardi Export Processing Zone. This local venture will produce 15 million pcs of garments items. 5677 Bangladeshi nationals will get employment opportunity in this factory. BEPZA and Sterling Classicwears Limited signed an agreement in Dhaka on 1 November 2018 at BEPZA Complex. Mohammad Faruque Alam, Member (Engg.) of BEPZA and Md. Siddiqur Rahman, Chairman of M/s. Sterling Classicwears Limited signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organizations. BEPZA Executive Chairman Major General Mohd Habibur Rahman Khan, BSP, ndc, psc, Member (Finance) Md. Mizanur Rahman and General Manager (Investment Promotion) Md. Ahsan Kabir were present at the signing ceremony. A-13 member business team from China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, UK and Canada visited Dhaka, Chittagong and Karnaphuli EPZ. The purpose of the visit was to explore investment potential in the EPZs as well as Bangladesh. The visit was actually arranged by Mr. Ka Chuen, Chairman of Tung Hing BD Mfy Limited of Comilla EPZ. During visit in Dhaka EPZ on 13 November 2018, General Manager Md. Mehboob Ali briefed the delegation regarding facilities, incentives, service provided by BEPZA. Later the team visited South China Bleaching & Dyeing Factory Ltd. and FCI (BD) Ltd. of DEPZ. On 15 November 2018, the delegates visited Chittagong and Karnaphuli EPZ. General Manager of CEPZ Md. Khoshid Alam highlighted on overall activities of BEPZA, performance, achievement, present initiatives etc. The delegates went around Univogue Garments Limited and Chittagong Knitwears Limited of CEPZ. Later they went to Karnaphuli EPZ and visited World Ye Apparels (BD) Ltd. and MAS Intimates Bangladesh Pvt. Limited to see the production atmosphere and working environment of the factory. Business Delegation Visit to Explore Investment Potential in EPZs Bangladeshi RMG Plant to Invest US$ 15 M in Ishwardi EPZ In presence of BEPZA Chief Member (Engg.) and Chairman of Sterling Classicwears exchanging agreement October- December, 2018 Seminar to promote investment in Northern & Southern Region’s EPZs Comilla EPZ organized the seminar on 27 November 2018. Md. Hafizur Rahman, General Manager of Comilla EPZ highlighted the present scenario of investment, employment, export, status of vacant plots and investment opportunities of Uttara, Ishwardi & Mongla EPZ. He also focused on upcoming BEPZA Economic Zone in Mirsharai, Chattogram which would be a great opportunity for investment. Existing successful investors of Comilla EPZ along with representatives from the local chamber participated in the seminar. Ishwardi EPZ organized an investment seminar in Zone Services Complex of IEPZ on 7 November 2018. Local and foreign investors of IEPZ, representatives of local chamber participated in the seminar. Naheed Munshi, General Manager of the zone highlighted the special advantages and urged the participant to grasp investment opportunity of IEPZ. The participants thanked BEPZA for arranging the seminar. Uttara EPZ conducted the seminar on 19 November 2018 at UEPZ focusing the investment potentials in Uttara, Ishwardi & Mongla EPZ. S.M. Akhter Alam Mostafi, General Manager of UEPZ approached to the existing investors who are considered as Ambassadors of BEPZA to familiarize their buyers, suppliers and fellow countrymen regarding the potentialities of these three focused zones. Citing the example of craftsmanship based & locally sourced material user industry like Oasis who are manufacturing environment friendly coffin box using bamboo, cane and stem of water hyacinth, the General Manager requested the participants to bring more investment in these three EPZs following their pathway. Local & international business community, representatives of national and international NGOs, journalists from print and electronic media attended the seminar. The EPZs have organized investment seminar aiming to promote more investment in Uttara, Ishwardi and Mongla EPZ located in the northern and southern part of the country. The five other EPZs of BEPZA have been almost occupied by foreign & local investments. Still there are few plots available in the above-mentioned three EPZs. The seminars were arranged to let inform the potential investors regarding the three EPZs. The seminars commonly illustrated the investment potentials, distinctive advantages and facilities provided by BEPZA especially for those three EPZs such as extended tax holiday period, reduced rate for land and factory building, logistic support including sea, road, rail & air link. The seminars also highlighted on availability of easily trainable work force with less migration, future connectivity with China, market access opportunities in neighboring countries etc. Member (IP) of BEPZA speaking at the seminar in Mongla EPZ Few participants pose with General Manager of UEPZ after the seminar General Manager requesting the entrepreneurs to invest in Ishwardi EPZ One of the participants sharing his experience at the seminar in Comilla EPZ Mongla EPZ organized seminar titled ‘Investments Opportunities in Mongla, Ishwardi & Uttara EPZ on 14 November 2018. As the Chief Guest, Zillur Rahman ndc, Member (Investment Promotion) of BEPZA said after completion of the Padma Bridge Mongla EPZ will be well connected with Dhaka other parts of the country. He requested the investors to choose these three EPZ especially Mongla for their next investment. Mahbub Ahmed Siddiq, General Manager of MEPZ highlighted on EPZ’s background, performance and its operational procedures as well as investment climate of the zone. Existing investors and their representatives of Mongla EPZ, Commanding Officer of BNS Mongla, representative of customs, bank and other service providers were present in the seminar. October-December, 2018 For the fourth time in a row, Bangladesh held its top most position among the countries of South Asia in ensuring gender equality, achieving 48th rank. It was stated in a report titled “Global Gender Gap Report 2018” published by World Economic Forum (WEF) on 17 December 2018. Bangladesh has slipped only one score to the 48th position among 149 countries in the world, but still ahead of all other countries in the continent except the Philippines. Its South Asian neighbours on the index are Sri Lanka on 100th position, Nepal on 105th, India on 108th and Pakistan was at the bottom on 148th. Iceland tops the list, followed by Norway, Sweden, Finland, Nicaragua, Rwanda, New Zealand, the Philippines, Ireland and Namibia. BEPZA is contributing a lot in shortening gender gap through creating huge employment opportunity in the EPZs of Bangladesh. Two-third of the total workforce of the EPZs is women. Source: UNB BD Most Gender-Equal Country in South Asia Workers of World Ye Apparels (BD) Ltd., Ventura (BD) Ltd. and Park (BD) Company Ltd. of Karnaphuli EPZ elected representatives of the Executive Council of Workers Welfare Association (WWA) through secret ballot during October- December 2018. The EPZs’ workers enjoy freedom in forming association. In order to give right to freedom of association and collective bargaining to them, the Government enacted “The EPZ Workers’ Welfare Association and Industrial Relations Act, 2010”. The representatives elected according to this act perform as CBA regarding interest of the workers. Financial Management-BEPZA and Management and Resources Development Initiative (MRDI) jointly organized a daylong training program on financial management for the workers of Ishwardi EPZ on 26 December 2018. The aim of the program was to enhance knowledge of the workers on importance of savings, way of using saved money etc. 200 workers of different enterprises of IEPZ took part in the training program. WWA Election in 3 factories of KEPZ Fire Drill- Ishwardi EPZ organized Fire Drill Program in different factories throughout December 2018. The drills were arranged so that the workers get practical knowledge about the fire detection alarm, safe exit during fire incident, wet rising, sprinkler use, hydrant system, rescue method etc. Mentionable, the enterprises of EPZs regularly organize fire drill for the workers. The utmost motto of the program was to create awareness on fire, to protect the fire incidents and fire hazards, to ensure safety in workplace and to minimize the number of casualties at the time of fire incident. IEPZ Organizes Awareness Training for Workers Resource person speaking to the workers regarding importance of savings IEPZ General Manager speaking regarding necessity of fire drill BEPZA has launched automation in the EPZ hospitals & medical centers to provide better and faster medical services to the employees & workers of the EPZs. Initially these types of automated services have been introduced in Chittagong, Dhaka, Karnaphuli & Comilla EPZ. The workers of these EPZs will get automated services by the automation software named ‘Medical Web Version Software’. The software is doing registration, issuing of prescription, medicines; inventory & management of store, pharmacy, cash collection etc. Due to the auditing activities of the software, it is possible to ensure in attendance of the doctors in hospital in time. Moreover, it has become easier to preserve previous prescription of the patients. As a result, patients are getting better and prompt medical treatment from hospitals. It may be mentioned that only in Chittagong EPZ 1,55,948 patients got medical facilities through this system. Automation in other EPZs’ medical centers will be introduced shortly. Apart from promoting investment, enhancing export, generating employment BEPZA has been performing various other activities as a part of its social responsibility. Day care centers for looking after worker’s babies, hospitals and medical centers for healthcare, school & colleges with special facilities for workers’ children etc. are few of these activities. Automation Introduced in EPZ Hospitals & Medical Centers Executive Chairman observing automated registration process of patients in CEPZ Hospital S o c i a l R e s p o n s i b i l i t y October-December, 2018 US$ 81.75 million have been invested in the eight EPZs of the country during October-December, 2018. Of the total amount, Chittagong EPZ gained US$ 19.61 million followed by Dhaka EPZ US$ 18.44 million, Mongla EPZ US$ 2.51 million, Comilla EPZ US$ 6.56 million, Uttara EPZ US$ 6.97 million, Ishwardi EPZ US$ 2.27 million, Adamjee EPZ US$ 17.8 million and Karnaphuli EPZ US$ 7.58 million. Investment Gained US$ 81.75 Million 3554 Bangladeshi workers added in the operating industrial units of EPZs in October-December, 2018. Among them 505 in Chittagong EPZ, 602 in Dhaka EPZ, 233 in Mongla EPZ, 45 in Comilla EPZ, 458 in Ishwardi EPZ, 1046 in Adamjee EPZ and 665 in Karnaphuli EPZ. No addition in Uttara EPZ. The enterprises of EPZs have exported goods worth US$ 1976.79 million in the 2nd quarter of the current fiscal year. Export earnings from Chittagong EPZ stands at US$ 652.18 million while that of Dhaka EPZ US$ 565.38 million, Mongla EPZ US$ 19.77 million, Comilla EPZ US$ 125.82 million, Uttara EPZ US$ 94.01 million, Ishwardi EPZ US$ 35.5 million, Adamjee EPZ US$ 200.38 million and Karnaphuli EPZ US$ 283.77 million. New Job Opportunity for 3554 Bangladeshi Export Earned US$ 1976.79 Million CEPZ 19.61 2.27 IEPZ 18.44 DEPZ 2.51 MEPZ 6.56 ComEPZ 6.97 UEPZ 17.8 AEPZ 7.58 KEPZ CEPZ DEPZ MEPZ ComEPZ UEPZ IEPZ AEPZ KEPZ 652.18 565.38 19.77 125.82 94.01 35.5 200.38 283.77 Employment in Nos. 665 665 505 602 233 505 602 233 45 45 0 0 458 458 1046 1046 CEPZ DEPZ MEPZ ComEPZ UEPZ KEPZ AEPZ IEPZ Garments 118 RMG Accessories 93 Knit & Other Textile 32 Textile 40 Footwear & Leather 30 Electronics & Electricals 19 Terry Towel 15 Metal Products 10 Plastic Goods 13 Tent 14 Service Industries 11 Agro Products 8 Cap 6 Chemical 7 Furniture 3 Ropes 3 Paper Products 3 Sports Goods 3 Power Industry 2 Fishing Reel & Golf Items 1 Toys 1 Jewelry 1 Bag 1 Miscellaneous 40 October- December, 2018 Chittagong Dhaka Comilla Mongla Uttara Ishwardi Adamjee Karnaphuli Total 169 100 46 28 17 18 51 45 474 8 9 29 15 9 14 14 5 103 30156.52 25892.94 2671.39 587.54 974.03 752.69 4043.53 5287.09 70,365.74 1678.02 1391.87 329.35 64.03 175.18 139.96 502.08 549.81 4,830.30 5,08,689 202854 94181 32547 4305 28924 11443 60232 74203 INVESTOR INVESTOR PRODUCT PRODUCT Bangladesh 142 South Korea 77 China 41 Hong Kong, China 28 Japan 31 Taiwan, China 29 India 23 UK 17 USA 16 Pakistan 7 Malaysia 8 Sri Lanka 6 Canada 8 The Netherlands 5 Germany 5 British Virgin Island 4 Italy 3 Singapore 4 France 2 Indonesia 2 Spain 2 Denmark 2 Belgium 1 Ireland 1 Ukraine 1 Thailand 1 Marshal Island 1 Romania 1 Australia 1 Malta 1 Cayman Islands 1 Kuwait 1 Turkey 1 Mauritius 1 Sweden UIMP Oman UIMP UAE UIMP 2 3 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 6 Investment Escalated - US$ 339.54 million Export Flourished - US$ 7208.27 million Employment Generated - 21,726 nos. National Export Contribution - 19.66% National FDI Contribution - 17.45% Attainment in 2017-18 Workers-Management-Owner Synergy Collaborative Teamwork Peaceful Working Environment Industry Friendly Atmosphere Congenial Investment Climate Ease of Doing Business Set a Milestone in Women Empowerment Ensures Workplace Safety plus Compliance & Welfare Assured benefits, Medical Service & Childcare Wages & other Benefits Increased Twice in Last 7 Years Guaranteed 10% Annual Increment on Basic Bangladesh Export Processing Zones Authority BEPZA Complex, House # 19/D, Road#6, Dhanmondi, Dhaka-1205, Phone : 880-2-9670530, 9675489, 9675410, 9672969, 9614332, 9613461 , PABX: 9613467, 9613459, Fax: 880-2-9661849, 9673020, 9665545 E-mail : [email protected], [email protected], member.ip@bepza. gov.bd, m.engr@bepza. gov.bd, member.finance@bepza. gov.bd, gm.pr@bepza. gov.bd, gm.ip@bepza. gov.bd, [email protected], [email protected], [email protected], [email protected], [email protected], [email protected], [email protected] Website: www.bepza.gov.bd Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh Prime Minister’s Office [email protected] BEPZA Executive Chairman handing over a crest to the Hon’ble Prime Minister Hon’ble Prime Minister observing world famous Michael Kors brand hand bag produced in EPZ Hon’ble Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina unveiling the foundation stone of BEPZA Economic Zone EPZs of Bangladesh Bonanza for Investors 279 Number Person 474 4830.30 1509.14 17,598.24 70,365.74 5,08,689 Success of 10 Years (2009-18) Success of 10 Years (2009-18) Million US$ Million US$ 2,03.447 Investment increased 3 mes Export escalated 4 mes Industries boosted up doubled Employment augmented 2.5 mes Upto 2008 2009-18 Upto 2008 2009 -18 Upto 2008 2009 -18 Upto 2008 2009 -18

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Page 1: EPZs of Bangladesh Bonanza for Investorsbepza.gov.bd/files/newsletter/file_1552282290.pdf · under the Prime Minister’s Office, is playing a pivotal role in ushering Bangladesh

Indomitable Bangladesh on March towards Development

BEPZA Greets Hon’ble PM Sheikh Hasina for Victory

EPZs Draws Unique Example in Development of BD

PM Inaugurates BEPZA Public School of UEPZ

Indomitable Bangladesh on March towards Development

BEPZA Greets Hon’ble PM Sheikh Hasina for Victory

EPZs Draws Unique Example in Development of BD

PM Inaugurates BEPZA Public School of UEPZ

A Quarterly Journal of the Bangladesh Export Processing Zones Authority, October-December, 2018, Issue - 49

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BEPZA Executive Chairman Awarded BSP

Automation Introduced in EPZ Hospitals

EPZ’s 4 Industry Awarded National Export Trophy

Govt. Declares New Wage Structure for EPZs Workers

BEPZA Executive Chairman Awarded BSP

Automation Introduced in EPZ Hospitals

EPZ’s 4 Industry Awarded National Export Trophy

Govt. Declares New Wage Structure for EPZs Workers

October-December, 2018

Major General Mohd Habibur Rahman Khan, BSP, ndc, psc

Executive Chairman, BEPZA

Bangladesh Export Processing Zones Authority (BEPZA) always tries to operate the EPZs with highest efficiency, sincerity and innovation so that the entrepreneurs can easily do their business here. Investors from across the globe put their confidence on BEPZA and together we have created a unique harmony among Workers-Management-Owners. BEPZA, as one of the entities under the Prime Minister’s Office, is playing a pivotal role in ushering Bangladesh to its goal to become a middle-income nation by 2021 and developed country by 2041. The directives and guidance of the Hon’ble Prime Minister, as the Chairman of BEPZA Board of Governors, always inspire us to do better. During last 10 years in two successful terms of the present government under visionary leadership of the Hon’ble Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, BEPZA achieved remarkable growth in investment, export and employment generation in the EPZs of the country. Through the absolute victory in the 11th parliamentary election, the present government under the dynamic leadership of the Hon’ble Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina will guide us for the next five years. On behalf of the employees of BEPZA, we congratulate Hon’ble Prime Minister for this landslide win. The consecutive third term of the government, we believe, our success will cross all the previous time. I welcome investors from all over the world to become our partner.

We are trying to illustrate some events directly or indirectly related to BEPZA in every issue of BEPZA bulletin. This endeavour has been continued even in this issue. BEPZA proudly spared lead story on the 4th National Development Fair of Bangladesh where depicted the government's multiple development initiatives and successes which prove that Bangladesh is marching forward on the development highway along with its various progresses. We expanded this news in our Exclusive page, here 8 EPZs under BEPZA participated the fair and showcasing achievements and development activities of the present government. Executive Chairman, BEPZA congratulated the Hon’ble Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina for her absolute victory in 11th Parliamentary election. We put it in the National page and also added the journey of BEPZA Public School in Uttara EPZ, which inaugurated by the Hon’ble Prime Minister. We described our new wage structure of EPZs workers elaborately in Workforce page. Activities page is designed with EC’s dynamic activities in EPZs including opening of Fire Service Station in Karnaphuli EPZ. BEPZA has organized seminar to promote investment in the three EPZs of Northern & Southern part of the country. We placed seminar news in Business page. Trade page portrayed with National Export Trophy, Denim expo etc.BEPZA Chief awarded Bisishto Sheba Padak for serving to the development of both the military and the nation. We put this news in Clippings page as well as foreign delegation’s visit in EPZs. Besides, automation of EPZs’ Hospitals & Medical centers, WWA election, training etc. have been focused in the extra page of this bulletin.We are thankful for the nice cooperation from our zones as well as Executive Office which helped PR team to publish this bulletin.

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4th 'National Development Fair' was organized with the theme “Indomitable Bangladesh on March towards Development” (Dbœq‡bi

AwfhvÎvq A`g¨ evsjv‡`k) in Dhaka and all the districts and upazilas across the country. Honourable Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina inaugurated this three-day long fair through a video conference from Gono Bhaban on 4 October 2018. The main objective of this fair was to show the government's multiple development initiatives and successes.At the inauguration ceremony, Hon’ble Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina said, “Our goal is to improve the living standard of each person, including those from grassroots, and give a decent life to them,” She also said, ‘we have achieved independence by the leadership of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. We alleviated poverty after taking power. My government has been working not only for the present time, but also for the new and future generations so that they can have a better living condition. We want to create favourable environment for our present and future citizens.’ Her government has taken all the necessary plans and is working accordingly so that the country can achieve a greater dignity in the global arena, she added.

As a part of government organization Executive Chairman, BEPZA participated in the inauguration ceremony and showcasing EPZs achievements through pavilion.The fair highlighted the government's development efforts and achievements made so far in its journey towards making Bangladesh a middle-income country by 2021 and a developed one by 2041. People of Bangladesh witnessed a lot of changes in their living standard during last 10 years. Development successes achieved in different sectors under the dynamic and farsighted leadership of Hon’ble Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina were exhibited in the countrywide fair. Besides, information on 10 special initiatives taken by the PM, Bangabandhu Satellite and mega projects, including the Padma Bridge and Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant has been displayed in the fair.A total of 500 venues across the countries, including all districts, upazilas headquarters and union exhibit the fair. Various government offices, agencies, banks, and insurance and other financial institutions joined the fair. In the capital, the fair was being held at the field of International Trade Fair in Agargaon area.Principal Secretary to the PMO Mr. Md. Nojibur Rahman conducted the event, while Principal Coordinator (SDGs Affairs) at the PMO Mr. Md. Abul Kalam Azad made an audio-video presentation depicting the major development successes of last 10 years. Speaker Dr. Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury and Road Transport and Bridges Minister Mr. Obaidul Quader, Agriculture Minister Matia Chowdhury and Prime Minister’s Advisers HT Imam and Dr. Mashihur Rahman were among others present at the inaugural event.

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Indomitable Bangladesh on March towards Development4th National Development Fair Held Countrywide to Focus the Progress

Hon’ble Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina inaugurates the countrywide ‘National Development Fair’ through a video conference form Gono Bhaban

Hon’ble Prime Minister speaks at the inauguration of 4th National Development Fair

October-December, 2018

Bangladesh Export Processing Zones Authority (BEPZA) has congratulated the Honourable Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina for absolute victory in the 11th parliamentary election.The Executive Chairman of BEPZA Major General Mohd Habibur Rahman Khan, BSP, ndc, psc, on behalf of the employees of BEPZA, greeted her with flowers at Gono Bhaban on 31 December 2018. Under the dynamic leadership of the Honourable Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina BEPZA experienced a 3 fold increase in the flow of investment in the last 10 years. Export from the eight EPZs of BEPZA increased more than 4 fold. BEPZA generated employment for more than 3 lac during this period.Mentionable, the Prime Minister is the Chairman of the BEPZA Board of Governors. Honourable Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has inaugurated most of the EPZs operating by BEPZA.

BEPZA Greets Honourable Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina

BEPZA Executive Chairman handing over a bouquet to Hon’ble Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina at Gono Bhaban

Hon’ble PM announced the inauguration of the school through video confernce

PM Inaugurates BEPZA Public School & College of Uttara EPZBEPZA Public School & College of Uttara EPZ, Nilphamari has formally started its journey. Honourable Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina announced the inauguration of the school on 01 November 2018 via video conference from the Gono Bhaban, Dhaka as a part of inaugurating other projects countrywide. During inauguration she said, ‘I have founded the Uttara EPZ. Now this school will be helpful in spreading better education in this region’. BEPZA established the school by its own cost on 2.54 acres of land. A two storied building with four storied foundation having all modern facilities has been constructed. There are 21 rooms including 14 classrooms, teacher’s room, laboratory, auditorium with central sound system.

The school initially started educational activities from nursery to class five with 224 students. The UEPZ workers’ children will get education here in 50% subsidized tuition fee like other BEPZA Public School & Colleges. After the inauguration by the Hon‘ble Prime Minister, Member (IP) of BEPZA along with DC Nilphamari and visited the school and observed the modern education facilities. Mentionable, Hon’ble Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, by her pragmatic decision, established Uttara EPZ on 2001. Member (IP) along with GM (UEPZ) & GM (ES) of BEPZA and DC, Nilphamari poses in front of the foundation plaque

October- December, 2018

Executive Chairman of Bangladesh Export Processing Zones Authority (BEPZA) Major General Mohd Habibur Rahman Khan, BSP, ndc, psc awarded Bisishto Sheba Padak (BSP). The government bestowed him with this title for contributing greatly to the development of both the military and the nation. Chief of Army Staff General Aziz Ahmed, BGBM, PBGM, BGBMS, psc, G conferred the medal in a program organized at Dhaka Cantonment on 22 November 2018.Major General Mohd Habibur Rahman Khan, BSP, ndc, psc contributed greatly to the nation by dint of his devotion, loyalty, excellence in management and philanthropy. Through diligence, honesty, hard work, pragmatic and decisive planning, decision making and high standard of professionalism he had served as the Surveyor General of Bangladesh, Commandant of Military Institute of Science and Technology, Engineer-in-Chief of Bangladesh Army. Under his long list of accomplishments he had successfully planned and executed the constructions of 500-bed Kurmitola Hospital, NDC accommodation at Mirpur Cantonment, extension and modernization of CMH Dhaka, completion of Hatirjheel project, Mirpur-Airport road flyover, Bangabandhu Complex at BMA, Ramu-Ukhia Buddhist Shrine. During his tenure as the BEPZA Executive Chairman, BEPZA experienced unprecedented growth in investment, export and employment opportunities that contributed to the economic development of the nation and taken BEPZA to its zenith of success.

Malaysian EnvoyA-45 members delegation consist of journalists and mass media personalities of India, Canada, South Korea, Philippines, Ethiopia, Brazil, Turkey, KSA, Japan and Oman visited Dhaka EPZ on 6 October 2018. Farid Hossain, Minister (Press) of Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi led the delegates. GM of Dhaka EPZ Md. Mehboob Ali briefed the delegation on overall scenarios of BEPZA. He also highlighted the performance and achievement of the EPZ in the last couple of years. Zillur Rahman ndc, Member (Investment Promotion), GM (Public Relations) Nazma Binte Alamgir, GM (Security) Lt. Col Taimur Saladin Kaikobad were present during the briefing session.

A-17 member delegation of International Cooperation Organization for Small & Medium Enterprises in Asia (ICOSA) led by its Chairman Mr. Naohiro Kurose Ph.D visited Chittagong EPZ on 7 November 2018. Khorshid Alam, GM of Chittagong EPZ briefed them on the activities, performance and achievement of BEPZA. Afterward, the delegation visited OP Seed Co. (BD) Ltd. and Pacific Jeans Ltd. of CEPZ.

Mr. Harry Verweij, Netherlands Ambassador to Bangladesh visited Denim Expert Ltd., Bangladesh- Netherland joint venture RMG industry of Karnaphuli EPZ on 6 November 2018. During the visit, the Ambassador was briefed about the overall activities of the EPZs, workers facilities and working environment as well as CSR activities of the enterprises. The Envoy expressed his utmost satisfaction on overall activates of EPZs. Moshiuddin Bin Mesbah, GM of KEPZ accompanied the Envoy.

BEPZA Chief Maj Gen Habib Receives Bisishto Sheba Padak

Visit in EPZ

Executive Chairman of BEPZA Major General Mohd Habibur Rahman Khan, BSP, ndc, psc inaugurated Stress Management Center on 29 October 2018 at level-5 of BEPZA Complex. Members, Secretary, General Managers and officials of BEPZA were present during that time. This Stress Management Center has facilitated with modern fitness equipments and guidelines to make the body strong, fit and healthy. BEPZA has set up this high quality gymnasium to ensure a harmonious development of the mental, physical and spiritual prowess of the individual.

BEPZA Opens Stress Management Center

Malaysian High Commissioner in Bangladesh Madam Nur Ashikin Mohd Taib visited Chittagong EPZ on 11 December 2018. During the briefing session at the Zone office, Khorshid Alam, GM of CEPZ described about the activities, performance and present initiatives of EPZ as well as BEPZA. The envoy appreciated the EPZs’ role in contributing economic development of Bangladesh. The Envoy visited OP Seed Co. (BD) Limited, a Japanese electrical & electronics factory in CEPZ. He praised to see the production system and compliance of the factory.

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Dutch Ambassador Journalists watching presentation on BEPZA

BEPZA Executive Chairman inaugurating stress management center

GM, CEPZ handing over a crest to the Malaysian Envoy

Chief of Army Staff conferred BSP medal to the BEPZA Chief

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BEPZA Executive Chairman inaugurates the newly-built Fire Service Station at KEPZ

BEPZA has opened a new Fire Service & Civil Defence Station at Karnaphuli EPZ to strengthen the fire prevention and workplace safety as well as the operations of rescue and assistance in fire disaster. BEPZA Executive Chairman Major General Mohd Habibur Rahman Khan, BSP, ndc, psc inaugurated the newly established Fire Service Station at KEPZ premises in Chattogram on 3 December 2018.During the inaugural ceremony Major General Habib said, industrial friendly peaceful investment climate is the main attraction of EPZ and the key strength of EPZs is amicable cohesive teamwork & harmonious relations among Worker-Management-Owner.” He said, BEPZA has set up this Fire Station in KEPZ to assure the safety of lives and properties of both workers & entrepreneurs and ensure workplace safety including tackle the emergency situation. The Fire Station built by own fund of BEPZA has 05 emergency tenders vehicles which equipped with modern fire fighting appliances. After the inauguration, BEPZA Chief observed the Fire Station and happy to see the modern facilities and equipments. DG of Bangladesh Fire Service and Civil Defence Brigadier General Ali Ahmed Khan, Ashraful Kabir, Chief Engineer of BEPZA, Moshiuddin Bin Mesbah, GM of KEPZ and Md. Khorshid Alam, GM of CEPZ were present during inauguration.

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1 BEPZA, Executive Chairman Major General Mohd Habibur Rahman Khan, BSP, ndc, psc visited BEPZA Economic Zone, Mirsharai, Chattogram on 3 December, 2018. He inspected the BEPZA EZ site and instructed the officers in various issues.

2 General Habib physically observed CCTV monitoring room and examined the CCTV performance in Dhaka EPZ premises on 26 November 2018. Executive Chairman has given highest priority to ensure safety and security of the zone.3 The Northern Area Poverty Reduction Initiative (NARI) project has taken to train unemployed women of Northern Region and to reduce poverty through employment generation. BEPZA Chief distributed certificates among the trainee on 26 November 2018 at Dhaka EPZ.

4 Executive Chairman of BEPZA visited a Qatar Marble Company Bangladesh of Mongla EPZ on 06 December, 2018. He observed the production process and factory atmosphere. General Habib exchanged idea with factory owner regarding on the progress of the working climate.5 BEPZA Chief urged the investors of Mongla EPZ to maintain peaceful working environment during a meeting on 5 November, 2018. He thanked the investors for their nice cooperation in operating MEPZ smoothly.6 Major General Mohd Habibur Rahman Khan, BSP, ndc, psc, inaugurated a cafeteria in Mongla EPZ on 06 December, 2019. The café will serve delicious and testy food to Mongla EPZ’s investors, employees and others people.

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Standard Chartered Opens Business Development Office at Uttara EPZ

EPZ’s Four Enterprises Awarded National Export Trophy 2015-16EPZ’s Four Enterprises Awarded National Export Trophy 2015-16Universal Jeans Limited, Pacific Jeans Limited and Jeans 2000 Limited- three companies of Pacific Jeans Group of Chittagong EPZ have been awarded all three ‘National Export Trophy’-Gold, Silver & Bronze for the year 2015-16 for being the highest exporter of EPZs of Bangladesh. While RM Interlinings Limited, another company of Chittagong EPZ also bagged Gold Trophy under EPZ category. Honourable Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina handed over the Trophies to the recipients at a program on 2 December 2018 in Dhaka as the Chief Guest. She suggested businessmen diversify both markets and goods to export more. Mentionable, Pacific Jeans Group has been awarded 19 National Export Trophies since 1998-99 to 2015-16 as the highest exporter of the EPZs as well as country. On the other hand, RM Interlinings achieved the Gold Trophy for the consecutive two years i.e. 2014-15, and 2015-16 for the significant contribution to the export of the country. 56 companies awarded National Export Trophy for the fiscal year 2015-16 in three sections -- Gold, Silver and Bronze under 24 categories.

Hon’ble PM handing over trophy to Md. Nasir Uddin, Chairman of Pacific Jeans Group

Mohd. Mozharul Hoq, MD of R.M Interlinings receiving trophy from the PM Director of Pacific Jeans Group Syed M. Tanvir Receiving export trophy from PM

The ninth edition of 'Bangladesh Denim Expo', held on 7-8 November 2018 in Dhaka, drew positive response from the participants, buyers and brands. The Expo aimed to showcasing Bangladeshi denim brands to the global market and to make Bangladesh a 'one-stop sourcing platform' for denim. Different seminars and panel discussions were organized on the sidelines where the speakers laid emphasis on the most recent developments in eco-friendly and sustainable finishing technologies, and energy-efficient ways of operations. A total of 62 exhibitors from across the globe including Germany, USA, Turkey, Italy, Singapore, Spain, Pakistan, Japan, San Marino, China, and India took part in the event to attract the visitors, especially from the international arena.The underlying concept of the Expo is to fulfill the needs of the international denim community, offering the opportunity to make new contacts with potential buyers, discovering new products and gain a comprehensive overview of the latest developments available from the industry. The Expo also highlighted the progress that has been made in Bangladesh regarding safe working conditions and sustainability practices of the readymade garment industry of the country.

Denim Expo Draws Positive Response from Buyers and Brands

GM of Uttara EPZ and senior officials of bank are seen in the picture The Standard Chartered has opened a business development office at Uttara EPZ in Nilphamari on 29 October 2018. This is the seventh such office after Dhaka, Chittagong, Adamjee, Karnaphuli, Cumilla and Mongla EPZ. The office will provide strategic service representation to the existing and potential clients. SM Akhtar Alam Mostafi, GM of Uttara EPZ, Naser Ezaz Bijoy, CEO, Apurva Jain, Head of Transaction Banking along with other senior officials from Standard Chartered Bangladesh were present on the occasion.

Bangladesh Export Processing Zones Authority (BEPZA) has set Tk 8,200 as the minimum wage for the workers of Export Processing Zones (EPZ) of the country. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina approved the pay structure along with other benefits and conditions of the service for over 5 lac workers of the country's eight EPZs on 14 November, which will come into effect from 1 December 2018. It was increased for the last time in December, 2013. After a series of meeting held among the Government, Bangladesh EPZ Authority and Bangladesh EPZ Investors Association (BEPZIA) the gross minimum wages has been fixed Tk 8,200 (US$ 100) from Tk 5,600 (US$ 70) a month. It is 46.43 percent higher than the previous minimum wage. This gross minimum wage includes Tk 4500 as basic wage, 50% house rent on basic and Tk 1450 medical allowance. In addition they will get food or food allowance and transport or transport allowance from the enterprises.

A. Wage structure for the workers of Garments/ Garments Accessories/ Shoe/ Shoe Accessories/ Leather Products/ Support Services/ Tent & Tent Accessories/ Plastic Products/ Toys/ Cap & Hats and other related industry

The EPZ workers are enjoying free medical services from the EPZ Hospital and Medical Center as well as from their own factory Doctor besides getting fixed medical allowance. Moreover, they are also getting day care services for their children, canteen facilities and education opportunity through BEPZA Public School & College.

Government Declares New Wage Structure for EPZ Workers Government Declares New Wage Structure for EPZ Workers

B. Wage structure for the workers of Electronics & Electrical products /Software/ Lenses & Glass products/ Metal & Metal casting/ Automobile & Auto parts/ Bi-cycle/ Heavy Industries/ Cosmetics/ Boats/Golf Shaft/ Fishing Equipments and other related products

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D. Minimum wage for the workers of Terry Towel/Sweater/Wigs and other piece rated industry:In case of piece rate workers wage has been re-fixed in such a way so that a piece rated worker gets minimum wage as same as salaried workers of this category i.e. Tk 8,650 for usual hours of work.

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Two Factories of AEPZ & IEPZ Paid Tk 22 Crore Dues of WorkersThe Authority of Suad Garments Industries Limited of Adamjee EPZ, which was closed for not being able to run the business for various complications, paid the dues of the workers of its factory on 15 November 2018. Whereas, A & A Travelling Goods Bangladesh Limited of Ishwardi EPZ also paid the dues of the workers on 26 & 27 December 2018. The payment of the workers' dues made possible for the relentless efforts of BEPZA.Suad Garments, a Kuwait-Bangladesh joint venture garment factory, paid a total of Tk 20 crore to 2,779 workers of the against their provident fund and gratuity. On the other hand, South Korean owned bag-manufacturing company A & A Travelling Goods paid Tk 2 crore to 311 workers against the dues wages, over-time allowance, provident fund and gratuity. The Suad Garments Industries Ltd. has been operating at the AEPZ since 2014. The authority decided to shut the garment factory as they were facing various problems to run the factory. Later, production activities were completely closed at the factory following change of its ownership. A & A Travelling Goods Bangladesh Limited was started commercial operation in IEPZ on 2013. They shut their factory due to some complications.

Workers of Suad Garments receiving their dues at the factory premises

October-December, 2018

VIP Luggage to Set up Another Plant in MEPZ

Two Bangladeshi and one Sino-Bangla joint venture company are going to invest US$ 31.59 million to set up readymade garments industry in Adamjee EPZ. Frame House Apparels Limited will invest US$ 10.24 million for setting up a RMG plant with annual production capacity of 38.4 million pcs of lingerie.1879 Bangladeshi nationals will get employment opportunity in this Bangladeshi company. Zillur Rahman ndc, Member (Investment Promotion) of BEPZA and Syed Shabbir Reza, Managing Director of Frame House Apparels signed agreement on 15 October 2018 at BEPZA Complex, Dhaka.Hamza Fashion Limited will produce 38.88 million pcs of Basic ‘T’ Shirt, Polo Shirt, Jackets, and Trousers per annum by investing US$ 16 million. This Bangladeshi company will create employment opportunity for 5000 Bangladeshi nationals. Member (IP) of BEPZA and Nafis Sikder, Managing Director of Hamza Fashion Limited signed agreement in this regard on 27 December 2018. Odintex Factory (Bangladesh) Limited, a Sino-Bangla joint venture company, will established a readymade garments industry in Adamjee EPZ. They will invest US$ 5.35 million for producing 4.5 million pcs of Work Wear Garments, Shirt, Pant, skirt, Bermuda etc per annum. 1000 Bangladeshi nationals will get employment opportunity in this factory. Member (IP) of BEPZA and Barun Debnath, Managing Director of Odintex Factory (Bangladesh) Limited signed agreement on 3 December 2018 at BEPZA Complex.

3 Companies to Invest US$ 31.59 M in Adamjee EPZTHT-Space Electrical Company Limited is going to establish an Electrical & Electronics Devices manufacturing industry in Uttara EPZ. This 100% Chinese owned company will invest US$ 10.42 million for setting up their plant with annual production capacity of 880 thousand pcs of Thermal Printer, Dot Printer, Attendance-Clock, Bender etc. THT-Space Electrical Company will create employment opportunity for 465 Bangladeshi nationals.Member (IP) of BEPZA and Feng Shi, Managing Director of THT-Space Electrical Company signed the agreement on 15 October 2018.

VIP Accessories BD Private Limited is going to set up a luggage accessories manufacturing factory in Mongla EPZ. This Indian company will invest US$ 230 thousand for producing 1.08 million pcs of Carton, Poly Bag, Trolley, Wheel, Sticker and Metal Frame per annum.65 Bangladeshi nationals will get employment opportunity in this factory. VIP Luggage has another four companies in MEPZ.Ashish Kumar Saha, Director of VIP Accessories and Member (IP) of BEPZA signed agreement on 18 November 2018 at BEPZA Complex, Dhaka.

Chinese Industry to Invest US$ 10.42 M in UEPZ

Bangladeshi company Sterling Classicwears Limited will invest US$ 15 million to establish a garments manufacturing industry in Ishwardi Export Processing Zone.This local venture will produce 15 million pcs of garments items. 5677 Bangladeshi nationals will get employment opportunity in this factory.BEPZA and Sterling Classicwears Limited signed an agreement in Dhaka on 1 November 2018 at BEPZA Complex. Mohammad Faruque Alam, Member (Engg.) of BEPZA and Md. Siddiqur Rahman, Chairman of M/s. Sterling Classicwears Limited signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organizations.BEPZA Executive Chairman Major General Mohd Habibur Rahman Khan, BSP, ndc, psc, Member (Finance) Md. Mizanur Rahman and General Manager (Investment Promotion) Md. Ahsan Kabir were present at the signing ceremony.

A-13 member business team from China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, UK and Canada visited Dhaka, Chittagong and Karnaphuli EPZ. The purpose of the visit was to explore investment potential in the EPZs as well as Bangladesh. The visit was actually arranged by Mr. Ka Chuen, Chairman of Tung Hing BD Mfy Limited of Comilla EPZ. During visit in Dhaka EPZ on 13 November 2018, General Manager Md. Mehboob Ali briefed the delegation regarding facilities, incentives, service provided by BEPZA. Later the team visited South China Bleaching & Dyeing Factory Ltd. and FCI (BD) Ltd. of DEPZ.

On 15 November 2018, the delegates visited Chittagong and Karnaphuli EPZ. General Manager of CEPZ Md. Khoshid Alam highlighted on overall activities of BEPZA, performance, achievement, present initiatives etc. The delegates went around Univogue Garments Limited and Chittagong Knitwears Limited of CEPZ.Later they went to Karnaphuli EPZ and visited World Ye Apparels (BD) Ltd. and MAS Intimates Bangladesh Pvt. Limited to see the production atmosphere and working environment of the factory.

Business Delegation Visit to Explore Investment Potential in EPZs

Bangladeshi RMG Plant to Invest US$ 15 M in Ishwardi EPZ

In presence of BEPZA Chief Member (Engg.) and Chairman of Sterling Classicwears exchanging agreement

October- December, 2018

Seminar to promote investment in Northern & Southern Region’s EPZs

Comilla EPZ organized the seminar on 27 November 2018. Md. Hafizur Rahman, General Manager of Comilla EPZ highlighted the present scenario of investment, employment, export, status of vacant plots and investment opportunities of Uttara, Ishwardi & Mongla EPZ. He also focused on upcoming BEPZA Economic Zone in Mirsharai, Chattogram which would be a great opportunity for investment. Existing successful investors of Comilla EPZ along with representatives from the local chamber participated in the seminar.

Ishwardi EPZ organized an investment seminar in Zone Services Complex of IEPZ on 7 November 2018. Local and foreign investors of IEPZ, representatives of local chamber participated in the seminar. Naheed Munshi, General Manager of the zone highlighted the special advantages and urged the participant to grasp investment opportunity of IEPZ. The participants thanked BEPZA for arranging the seminar.

Uttara EPZ conducted the seminar on 19 November 2018 at UEPZ focusing the investment potentials in Uttara, Ishwardi & Mongla EPZ. S.M. Akhter Alam Mostafi, General Manager of UEPZ approached to the existing investors who are considered as Ambassadors of BEPZA to familiarize their buyers, suppliers and fellow countrymen regarding the potentialities of these three focused zones. Citing the example of craftsmanship based & locally sourced material user industry like Oasis who are manufacturing environment friendly coffin box using bamboo, cane and stem of water hyacinth, the General Manager requested the participants to bring more investment in these three EPZs following their pathway. Local & international business community, representatives of national and international NGOs, journalists from print and electronic media attended the seminar.

The EPZs have organized investment seminar aiming to promote more investment in Uttara, Ishwardi and Mongla EPZ located in the northern and southern part of the country. The five other EPZs of BEPZA have been almost occupied by foreign & local investments. Still there are few plots available in the above-mentioned three EPZs. The seminars were arranged to let inform the potential investors regarding the three EPZs.The seminars commonly illustrated the investment potentials, distinctive advantages and facilities provided by BEPZA especially for those three EPZs such as extended tax holiday period, reduced rate for land and factory building, logistic support including sea, road, rail & air link. The seminars also highlighted on availability of easily trainable work force with less migration, future connectivity with China, market access opportunities in neighboring countries etc.

Member (IP) of BEPZA speaking at the seminar in Mongla EPZ

Few participants pose with General Manager of UEPZ after the seminar

General Manager requesting the entrepreneurs to invest in Ishwardi EPZ

One of the participants sharing his experience at the seminar in Comilla EPZ

Mongla EPZ organized seminar titled ‘Investments Opportunities in Mongla, Ishwardi & Uttara EPZ on 14 November 2018. As the Chief Guest, Zillur Rahman ndc, Member (Investment Promotion) of BEPZA said after completion of the Padma Bridge Mongla EPZ will be well connected with Dhaka other parts of the country. He requested the investors to choose these three EPZ especially Mongla for their next investment. Mahbub Ahmed Siddiq, General Manager of MEPZ highlighted on EPZ’s background, performance and its operational procedures as well as investment climate of the zone. Existing investors and their representatives of Mongla EPZ, Commanding Officer of BNS Mongla, representative of customs, bank and other service providers were present in the seminar.

October-December, 2018

For the fourth time in a row, Bangladesh held its top most position among the countries of South Asia in ensuring gender equality, achieving 48th rank. It was stated in a report titled “Global Gender Gap Report 2018” published by World Economic Forum (WEF) on 17 December 2018.Bangladesh has slipped only one score to the 48th position among 149 countries in the world, but still ahead of all other countries in the continent except the Philippines. Its South Asian neighbours on the index are Sri Lanka on 100th position, Nepal on 105th, India on 108th and Pakistan was at the bottom on 148th. Iceland tops the list, followed by Norway, Sweden, Finland, Nicaragua, Rwanda, New Zealand, the Philippines, Ireland and Namibia.BEPZA is contributing a lot in shortening gender gap through creating huge employment opportunity in the EPZs of Bangladesh. Two-third of the total workforce of the EPZs is women. Source: UNB

BD Most Gender-Equal Country in South AsiaWorkers of World Ye Apparels (BD) Ltd., Ventura (BD) Ltd. and Park (BD) Company Ltd. of Karnaphuli EPZ elected representatives of the Executive Council of Workers Welfare Association (WWA) through secret ballot during October- December 2018. The EPZs’ workers enjoy freedom in forming association. In order to give right to freedom of association and collective bargaining to them, the Government enacted “The EPZ Workers’ Welfare Association and Industrial Relations Act, 2010”. The representatives elected according to this act perform as CBA regarding interest of the workers.

Financial Management-BEPZA and Management and Resources Development Initiative (MRDI) jointly organized a daylong training program on financial management for the workers of Ishwardi EPZ on 26 December 2018. The aim of the program was to enhance knowledge of the workers on importance of savings, way of using saved money etc. 200 workers of different enterprises of IEPZ took part in the training program.

WWA Election in 3 factories of KEPZ

Fire Drill- Ishwardi EPZ organized Fire Drill Program in different factories throughout December 2018. The drills were arranged so that the workers get practical knowledge about the fire detection alarm, safe exit during fire incident, wet rising, sprinkler use, hydrant system, rescue method etc. Mentionable, the enterprises of EPZs regularly organize fire drill for the workers. The utmost motto of the program was to create awareness on fire, to protect the fire incidents and fire hazards, to ensure safety in workplace and to minimize the number of casualties at the time of fire incident.

IEPZ Organizes Awareness Training for Workers

Resource person speaking to the workers regarding importance of savings

IEPZ General Manager speaking regarding necessity of fire drill

BEPZA has launched automation in the EPZ hospitals & medical centers to provide better and faster medical services to the employees & workers of the EPZs. Initially these types of automated services have been introduced in Chittagong, Dhaka, Karnaphuli & Comilla EPZ. The workers of these EPZs will get automated services by the automation software named ‘Medical Web Version Software’. The software is doing registration, issuing of prescription, medicines; inventory & management of store, pharmacy, cash collection etc. Due to the auditing activities of the software, it is possible to ensure in attendance of the doctors in hospital in time. Moreover, it has become easier to preserve previous prescription of the patients. As a result, patients are getting better and prompt medical treatment from hospitals. It may be mentioned that only in Chittagong EPZ 1,55,948 patients got medical facilities through this system. Automation in other EPZs’ medical centers will be introduced shortly.Apart from promoting investment, enhancing export, generating employment BEPZA has been performing various other activities as a part of its social responsibility. Day care centers for looking after worker’s babies, hospitals and medical centers for healthcare, school & colleges with special facilities for workers’ children etc. are few of these activities.

Automation Introduced in EPZ Hospitals & Medical Centers

Executive Chairman observing automated registration process of patients in CEPZ Hospital

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October-December, 2018

US$ 81.75 million have been invested in the eight EPZs of the country during October-December, 2018. Of the total amount, Chittagong EPZ gained US$ 19.61 million followed by Dhaka EPZ US$ 18.44 million, Mongla EPZ US$ 2.51 million, Comilla EPZ US$ 6.56 million, Uttara EPZ US$ 6.97 million, Ishwardi EPZ US$ 2.27 million, Adamjee EPZ US$ 17.8 million and Karnaphuli EPZ US$ 7.58 million.

Investment Gained US$ 81.75 Million

3554 Bangladeshi workers added in the operating industrial units of EPZs in October-December, 2018.Among them 505 in Chittagong EPZ, 602 in Dhaka EPZ, 233 in Mongla EPZ, 45 in Comilla EPZ, 458 in Ishwardi EPZ, 1046 in Adamjee EPZ and 665 in Karnaphuli EPZ. No addition in Uttara EPZ.

The enterprises of EPZs have exported goods worth US$ 1976.79 million in the 2nd quarter of the current fiscal year. Export earnings from Chittagong EPZ stands at US$ 652.18 million while that of Dhaka EPZ US$ 565.38 million, Mongla EPZ US$ 19.77 million, Comilla EPZ US$ 125.82 million, Uttara EPZ US$ 94.01 million, Ishwardi EPZ US$ 35.5 million, Adamjee EPZ US$ 200.38 million and Karnaphuli EPZ US$ 283.77 million.

New Job Opportunity for 3554 Bangladeshi

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Workers-Management-Owner SynergyCollaborative TeamworkPeaceful Working EnvironmentIndustry Friendly AtmosphereCongenial Investment ClimateEase of Doing Business

Set a Milestone in Women EmpowermentEnsures Workplace Safety plus Compliance & WelfareAssured benefits, Medical Service & ChildcareWages & other Benefits Increased Twice in Last 7 YearsGuaranteed 10% Annual Increment on Basic

Bangladesh Export Processing Zones AuthorityBEPZA Complex, House # 19/D, Road#6, Dhanmondi, Dhaka-1205, Phone : 880-2-9670530, 9675489, 9675410, 9672969, 9614332, 9613461 , PABX: 9613467, 9613459, Fax: 880-2-9661849, 9673020, 9665545E-mail : [email protected], [email protected], member.ip@bepza. gov.bd, m.engr@bepza. gov.bd, member.finance@bepza. gov.bd, gm.pr@bepza. gov.bd, gm.ip@bepza. gov.bd, [email protected], [email protected], [email protected], [email protected], [email protected], [email protected], [email protected] Website: www.bepza.gov.bd

Government of the People’s Republic of BangladeshPrime Minister’s Office

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