Dhaka, Bangladesh (BBN) - Progressive Knit Alliance (PKA), the sole panel contesting the upcoming BKMEA election on May 10, announced a 15-point manifesto on Wednesday, pledging to prioritise reforms in customs, bond facilities, and raw material imports to enhance sectoral efficiency.
Addressing a gathering at a city hotel, PKA panel leader Mohammad Hatem, also the current president of the Bangladesh Knitwear Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BKMEA), outlined key commitments, including tackling the ongoing energy crisis, diversifying export markets, and resolving the recent restrictions on yarn imports through land ports.
A total of 38 candidates are vying for the 2025–27 terms, with 35 from PKA and three running independently.
Mr. Hatem emphasised the importance of expanding into non-traditional markets and broadening the product range of Bangladesh’s ready-made garment (RMG) sector. The panel also vowed to confront unethical procurement practices by maintaining a blacklist of exploitative buyers.
“We’ll work closely with relevant ministries to ensure a business-friendly environment for the knitwear industry,” Hatem said while launching the manifesto.
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