Bangladesh, July 22 -- Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) is strengthening its support for Bangladesh's ship recycling sector through a series of initiatives aimed at improving workplace safety, environmental compliance and institutional capacity in line with international standards.

Advertisement The initiatives were discussed at a meeting between Commerce, Industries and Textiles and Jute Minister Khandaker Abdul Muktadir and a JICA delegation, led by its Chief Representative in Bangladesh, Takahashi Junko, at the Ministry of Commerce on Wednesday.

Commerce Minister said Bangladesh's ship recycling industry plays a significant role in the country's economy by generating employment and supplying recycled steel to local indu...