Bangladesh's top industries chief pushed for stronger quality checks during a major business meeting yesterday. Adilur Rahman Khan told business leaders that companies need strict standards to keep food safe and health services reliable. The Industries Adviser stressed that small and medium businesses drive the country's economy forward by creating jobs and boosting national income. He argued that official certificates help these companies compete better against foreign rivals. Khan spoke at the Bangladesh Institute of Management during World Accreditation Day celebrations.
The Bangladesh Accreditation Board has already given certificates to 155 different organizations across the country. These include 90 testing labs, 22 calibration centers, 9 medical facilities, 30 inspection agencies, and 4 certification bodies. Nearly 3,000 workers have received special training in quality management systems. The board works hard to build trust between businesses and their customers. Officials believe these certificates prove that local companies meet international standards.
Business experts gathered at the event to discuss how accreditation helps smaller companies grow stronger. The meeting focused on empowering small and medium enterprises through better quality control. Government officials, private sector representatives, and trade body leaders all attended the discussion. Industries Secretary Md Obaidur Rahman led the event alongside other senior officials. The gathering highlighted how proper certification can boost Bangladesh's reputation in global markets.
The Bangladesh Accreditation Board has already given certificates to 155 different organizations across the country. These include 90 testing labs, 22 calibration centers, 9 medical facilities, 30 inspection agencies, and 4 certification bodies. Nearly 3,000 workers have received special training in quality management systems. The board works hard to build trust between businesses and their customers. Officials believe these certificates prove that local companies meet international standards.
Business experts gathered at the event to discuss how accreditation helps smaller companies grow stronger. The meeting focused on empowering small and medium enterprises through better quality control. Government officials, private sector representatives, and trade body leaders all attended the discussion. Industries Secretary Md Obaidur Rahman led the event alongside other senior officials. The gathering highlighted how proper certification can boost Bangladesh's reputation in global markets.