UK trade envoy to Bangladesh Baroness Winterton of Doncaste is visiting Dhaka this week to reinforce and expand UK-Bangladesh trade and economic partnership, as confirmed by government officials.

This marks her third visit to Bangladesh comes at a time following formation of Bangladesh’s new elected government in February.

During her visit, Baroness Winterton is scheduled to hold a meeting with commerce minister Khandaker Abdul Muktadir at his premises in the city, as confirmed by ministry officials.

She will also hold meetings with senior ministers and other government and military officials, to discuss shared priorities for mutually beneficial growth and reiterate the UK’s commitment as a reliable and long-term economic partner for Bangladesh.

The trade envoy will also meet with business leaders, including representatives from UK companies operating in Bangladesh, to explore avenues for increasing bilateral trade and investment and strengthening commercial ties. 

In addition, Baroness Winterton will visit Bangladeshi businesses that export to the UK using the UK’s Developing Countries Trading Scheme.

Trade envoy Baroness Winterton said, ‘The UK and Bangladesh share a strong, historic partnership, and our countries continue to benefit from expanding trade and investment ties.’

‘I look forward to engaging with government leaders, businesses, and entrepreneurs to identify new opportunities that support economic growth and prosperity for both nations.’ 

British high commissioner Sarah Cooke said, ‘Shared growth and prosperity are at the heart of the UK–Bangladesh relationship and Baroness Winterton’s third visit in a year reflects just how seriously we take that commitment. This visit will further solidify our partnership as Bangladesh enters an exciting new chapter.’