Dhaka, Oct. 28 -- day Global Sourcing Expo Dhaka 2026 will begin on November 15, aiming to expand Bangladesh's export trade, explore new international markets and strengthen links between local manufacturers and exporters and foreign buyers.

According to a message from the Ministry of Commerce on Wednesday, this year's expo will feature 12 sectors, up from eight last year, with the Export Promotion Bureau (EPB), the organiser, expecting participation from around 200 companies.

The exhibition will be held at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Exhibition Centre (Big Wave) from November 15 to 17. Commerce Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir will inaugurate the event.

According to the EPB, the expo was first held last year, and its scope has be...