World Trade· August 16, 2026 at 11:15 a.m.
Four Industries Poised for Growth in Bangladesh's Industrial Sector
Key takeaways
- Textile, leather, pharmaceuticals, and IT services identified as high-potential industries in Bangladesh
- Bangladesh aims to increase readymade garment demand and become a major exporter of leather goods
- Country targets reducing dependence on imported drugs by boosting local pharmaceutical production
Bangladesh's industrial sector is experiencing a surge, and four specific industries have been identified as having high potential to build upon this momentum. The Business Standard reports that these sectors are textiles, leather, pharmaceuticals, and information technology (IT) services.