Scott Wang, Vice President for Asia Pacific at the New York-based World Trade Centers Association (WTCA), visited World Trade Center (WTC) Dhaka on the 11th of June to discuss the project’s progress and its potential role in boosting Bangladesh’s global trade and foreign investment.
The visit took place at the head office of Borak Real Estate Ltd, the licensee of WTC Dhaka, where senior officials held strategic discussions on expanding international business connectivity and attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) to Bangladesh, according to a media release.
Representing Borak Real Estate Ltd and Unique Group, a high-level delegation welcomed Wang on behalf of Mohd. Noor Ali, managing director of both Borak Real Estate Ltd and Unique Group.
The delegation was led by Dr Khondaker Showkat Hossain, adviser to Unique Group, who took part in discussions on the future roadmap of WTC Dhaka and its strategic importance in strengthening Bangladesh’s position in global commerce.
Senior officials attending the meeting included Syed Sanowarul Hoque, CEO of NAF Trust and adviser to the managing director of Unique Group; Commander M Rafiul Hasain (Retd), director of group administration, sales and marketing, and crisis management at Unique Group; Engr Hamayet Hossain (Rasel), director of project management and international alliance at Borak Real Estate Ltd; and Md Sharif Hasan, director of regulatory affairs and group company secretary at Unique Group.
During the meeting, both sides discussed opportunities for greater international collaboration through WTCA’s extensive global network, which connects hundreds of World Trade Centers across multiple countries.
Officials said WTC Dhaka is being developed as a landmark commercial hub aimed at facilitating cross-border trade, business networking, and investment opportunities. The project is expected to serve as a major platform for local and international businesses seeking partnerships in Bangladesh’s growing economy.
The visit by the WTCA vice president is seen as an important milestone for the WTC Dhaka project, reflecting growing international interest in Bangladesh’s economic potential.
Once operational, WTC Dhaka is expected to play a key role in enhancing trade relations, promoting business innovation, and positioning Bangladesh as a stronger participant in the global marketplace.
