Dhaka, Bangladesh (BBN)– Dhaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI) President Asif Ibrahim has called upon Bhutanese businessmen to import pharmaceuticals, chemical, ready-made garments, IT accessories, leather and leather goods from Bangladesh.

He made the call when a five-member Bhutanese delegation led by President of Export Association of Bhutan Gelay Nima called on him at the DCCI in the capital Dhaka on Saturday.

During the meeting, DCCI President Asif Ibrahim underscored that the cordial relations between the two countries can boost investment and trade of both the countries.

He stressed the need for increasing bilateral trade between the two countries, and development of the tourism sector of Bangladesh.

Leader of the delegation Gelay Nima said that to increase the bilateral trade between these two friendly countries, other land ports besides Tamabil and Hili should be developed.

He showed interest in investing in the Hydroelectricity and Tourism sector in Bangladesh.

BBN/SI/AD-15Jan11-6:37 pm (BST)