Kazi Rafiqul Alam, Managing Director of Trust Group, recently completed a strategic visit to Gujarat, India, with a focus on observing this year’s cumin crop and advancing Bangladesh-India trade operations. The visit reflects Trust Group’s commitment to fostering cross-border business relations and supporting the import of high-quality spices, which are vital to Bangladesh’s culinary and consumer markets.
During his visit, Mr. Alam had the opportunity to meet with local farmers, exporters, and industry leaders, gaining insight into the cumin cultivation process and the unique challenges faced by the agricultural sector in India. Gujarat, a renowned center for cumin production, is a key player in the global spice market, and the visit allowed Mr. Alam to explore potential collaboration to improve the quality, supply chain efficiency, and affordability of cumin for the Bangladeshi market.
“As a neighboring country with a shared commitment to sustainable agriculture, India holds great importance for Bangladesh’s food and agro-processing industry,” Mr. Alam commented. “This visit has reinforced the value of working closely with Indian producers to strengthen the supply of essential commodities like cumin, ultimately benefiting both our markets and consumers.”
Beyond agricultural insights, Mr. Alam’s visit aimed to address logistical challenges and explore streamlined trade processes between Bangladesh and India. Discussions were held with local officials and business leaders to identify opportunities for reducing trade barriers, improving customs processes, and enhancing the overall efficiency of goods movement across borders.
This visit is part of Trust Group’s ongoing efforts to bolster Bangladesh’s agro and food industries through sustainable sourcing, innovative technology, and strong partnerships with regional suppliers. The Trust Group envisions a future where high-quality agricultural products are readily available in Bangladesh, supported by seamless trade relations with neighboring countries.
