The month-long Dhaka International Trade Fair (DITF) 2025 is set to commence on January 1 at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Exhibition Center in Purbachal. For the first time, the fair will offer stall, pavilion, and restaurant space allocations online. Interested local businesses can use the newly developed software to apply online for their preferred categories of space.
Applicants must submit their bids, payments, and fees through Sonali Bank’s online payment gateway. This new system, developed by local software firm Syntech Solutions for the Export Promotion Bureau (EPB), allows participants to apply from home, enhancing convenience for entrepreneurs. If users experience any issues with the software, they may contact EPB’s help line (01966249225, 01686177282, 01711378181) for assistance.
A signing ceremony on Wednesday (October 30) formalized the partnership between EPB and Sonali Bank, enabling online payment processing. The agreement was signed by EPB Secretary and DITF Director Vivek Sarkar and Sonali Bank General Manager Md. Moniruzzaman. EPB Vice-Chairman Md. Anwar Hossain and Sonali Bank Acting Managing Director Subhash Chandra Das were also present.