State minister calls for local, foreign investment in cosmetics
State Minister of Foreign Affairs Shama Obaid Islam has called for greater local and foreign investment in Bangladesh's cosmetics, skincare and personal care industry, urging stakeholders to transform the multi-billion-taka sector from an import-dependent market into a major hub for manufacturing, exports and investment.She made the call while inaugurating Cosmética Dhaka 2026: Powerd by Remark Herlan, a three-day exhibition on cosmetics, skincare and personal care products, at the International Convention City Bashundhara (ICCB) in Kuril, Dhaka, on Thursday.Speaking as the chief guest at the opening ceremony, Shama Obaid said Bangladesh could leverage the production capacity, compliance infrastructure, skilled workforce and global buyer relationships developed through its apparel ...