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DHAKA, Jan 31, 2026 (BSS) - The country’s premier trade exhibition, the Dhaka International Trade Fair (DITF) 2026 concluded today after a month-long run, recording total sales worth Taka 393 crore and export orders amounting Taka 224.26 crore.

Commerce Adviser Sk. Bashir Uddin formally declared the closing of the fair at a ceremony held at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Exhibition Centre this afternoon. Commerce Secretary Mahbubur Rahman presided over the ceremony.

FBCCI Administrator and Additional Secretary (Export) of the Ministry of Commerce Md Abdur Rahim Khan, and Vice-Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Export Promotion Bureau (EPB) Mohammad Hasan Arif attended the event as guests of honour.

According to the organizers, export orders worth Taka 224.26 crore were secured during the fair, while overall sales of goods amounted to Taka 393 crore, marking a 3.42 percent increase compared to 2025.

A total of 329 domestic and foreign companies participated in the month-long fair. Among them were 11 companies from six countries—India, Turkey, Singapore, Indonesia, Hong Kong and Malaysia.

Participants from cottage, micro, small, medium and large industries showcased and sold a wide range of products and services, including readymade garments, leather goods, jute and jute products, agricultural and agro-processed items, furniture, electrical and electronic goods, cosmetics, home décor, toys, stationery, crockery, handicrafts, plastic products, melamine, herbal and toiletries, imitation jewellery, real estate products and services, as well as fast food and various service-oriented offerings.

Like the previous years, a field-level survey conducted during the 30th Dhaka International Trade Fair-2026 indicated that several exhibited products could be considered new or innovative.

Sectors that received notable export orders included diversified jute products, electrical and electronic goods, home appliances, cosmetics, hygiene products, processed food, handloom products, tableware, home textiles, Nakshi Kantha and fabrics. Export orders were received from Afghanistan, Singapore, Hong Kong, Indonesia, India, Pakistan, Malaysia and Turkey.

At the closing ceremony, awards were presented to outstanding pavilions, stalls and companies across different categories. Based on criteria such as construction and architectural design, interior decoration, product display, customer and visitor services, customer satisfaction, compliance with allotment terms, cleanliness and hygiene, use of digital content, contribution as exporters or manufacturers, and innovation, 40 institutions were selected as best performers in various categories.

To promote export diversification and enhance exporters’ capacity, eight seminars were organized under a seminar series led by the EPB. The Ministry of Commerce, government trade development agencies—BSCIC, SME Foundation and JDPC—product-based trade associations including BPGMEA, BJAPMEA, BFPIA and Banglacraft, as well as development partners such as the World Bank, GIZ, FCDO and BSI, extended cooperation in organizing these seminars.

To provide additional entertainment for visitors, cultural evenings featuring renowned artists were arranged, blending traditional folk music with modern songs throughout the fair.

To make the fair more attractive and visitor-friendly, online systems were introduced for stall and pavilion allotment as well as ticket purchases. 

For convenient transportation, dedicated BRTC bus services were operated alongside ride-sharing services at concessional rates. A “Bangladesh Square” was set up to display still photographs commemorating the Language Movement of 1952, the Liberation War of Bangladesh, and the martyrs and injured of the July 2024 movement.

Considering both foreign buyers and local visitors, an Export Enclave was established to highlight the capabilities of seven top export sectors. Special facilities such as a senior citizens’ corner, mother and child care centre, and a children’s park were arranged to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience for all age groups. Several volunteer organizations also conducted health awareness campaigns during the fair.

To ensure security, CCTV surveillance was installed, law enforcement personnel were deployed, and fire service units remained on standby to prevent fire hazards. The Directorate of National Consumer Rights Protection conducted regular drives throughout the fair to ensure food quality and prevent consumer harassment.