The eight-day ‘SME Product Fair-2025’ was inaugurated on Sunday morning (December 8) at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Conference Center in Agargaon, aiming to promote the products of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to a wider market.
Organized under the slogan “SME Shakti, Desher Ogrogoti” (SME Power, Country’s Progress), this year’s fair features over 350 stalls. Notably, nearly 60 percent of these stalls are operated by women entrepreneurs, highlighting their growing role in the national economy.
Connecting Producers to Buyers
Speaking at the inaugural ceremony, Md. Musfiqur Rahman, Chairperson of the SME Foundation, emphasized the critical importance of this sector.
“99 percent of the country’s industries fall under the cottage, micro, small, and medium categories,” Rahman said. “This sector generates the highest amount of employment with limited capital.”
He described the fair as a vital bridge, creating a direct connection between local producers and consumers.
Sector Breakdown
The fair displays a diverse range of locally made products. The Ready-Made Garment (RMG) sector has the highest presence with 74 stalls. The breakdown of other major sectors includes:
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Handicrafts: 54 stalls
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Leather & Footwear: 40 stalls
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Jute Products: 35 stalls
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Food Processing: 28 stalls
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Shataranji, Bamboo & Cane: 15 stalls
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Jewelry: 9 stalls
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Cosmetics: 7 stalls
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IT Services: 5 stalls
One-Stop Services for Entrepreneurs
Beyond product sales, the fair is serving as a hub for business development. Banks, financial institutions, and various departments of the Ministry of Industries have set up stalls to provide support. Entrepreneurs can access services related to loans, training, and certification all under one roof.
Schedule
The fair is open to visitors daily from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Entry is free for all. The event will continue until December 14.
