Make customs, bond services simpler: BGMEA

The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) yesterday called for making the customs, bond and VAT related services simpler and faster to remain competitive in the global apparel market.

BGMEA President Faruque Hassan said the garment industry can save time and money, and become more efficient if these services are streamlined.

He also laid emphasis on improving the understanding of customs and VAT regulations among garment industry professionals by providing training in this regard.

He came up with these remarks while addressing the opening ceremony of the "Three-month certificate course on customs, bond, VAT, tax, and SD" as chief guest, according to a statement from the BGMEA.

The programme was organised by the Bangladesh Garments Accessories & Packaging Manufacturers & Exporters Association (BGAPMEA) in association with the Bangladesh Tax Training Institute in Dhaka.

Azizur Rahman, commissioner of the Customs Bond Commissionerate of Dhaka North, and Md Moazzem Hossain Moti, president of the BGAPMEA, also spoke.