Shillong, Jul 4: Representatives of trade bodies from Bangladesh and India met at Bholaganj to discuss measures for enhancing bilateral trade through the Majai Land Customs Station (LCS).
A meeting was held yesterday attended by members from the Bholagonj Chonapathar Amdanekarak Group in Bholagonj, Companigonj, Sylhet, Bangladesh, along with representatives from the United New Majai Exporters.
The Bangladesh delegation was represented by Md Shahab Uddin, President, Bosher Ahamed, Vice President, Md Najrul Islam, General Secretary amongst others. The Indian delegation from the United New Majai Exporters’ & Importers’ Association comprised of Challenge Rajee, President, John Paul Khongwir, Vice President, Oristar Syiemtwa, Treasurer, John Kenedy Basaiawmoit, Hamarbabiang Khongsni, Balajied Iawbor who are the executive members.
The key objectives were to explore ways to expand the range of commodities traded across the international border and strengthen the existing trade framework.
The trade bodies emphasised the need to strengthen cross-border trade by facilitating smoother movement of goods and improving coordination between traders from both countries.
While limestone has traditionally been the principal commodity traded through the route, both delegations expressed a strong desire to diversify trade that would create new business opportunities, generate employment, and contribute to the economic development of the border regions on both sides.
They discussed the possibility of expanding exports and imports to include coal, agricultural products, fresh fruits, and other commercially viable commodities.
The meeting also highlighted the importance of maintaining cordial relations between traders of India and Bangladesh and working collectively to address challenges affecting cross-border commerce.
Members agreed that regular interactions between the two associations would help identify opportunities for trade expansion and resolve issues through mutual cooperation.
The representatives reaffirmed their commitment to promoting stronger trade ties through the Majai Land Customs Station and expressed optimism that increased bilateral trade would benefit businesses, local communities, and the economies of both countries.
