The 1st Belt and Road Forum for the Advancement of China and Bangladesh Relations- 2025

January 13, 2025

Organizer: Bangladesh-China Youth Student Association (BCYSA)

Supported By: School of Fashion, Wuhan Textile University, China;

                          Uttara University, Bangladesh;

Media Partner: Ajker Patrika

 

Forum Type: Online (Tencent Meeting)

 

Theme

The theme of the forum is Fostering Cooperation between China and Bangladesh.

 

Fostering Cooperation between China and Bangladesh is the collaborative pathway for sustainable growth and innovation. The primary goal of this forum is to facilitate knowledge exchange, foster collaboration, and explore innovative solutions to strengthen the relationship between China and Bangladesh. The forum will bring together experts and students from both countries to discuss and develop ideas that can contribute to sustainable development and innovation across the key sectors, including education, culture, trade, and fashion or other industries.

 

Scope and Focus Areas

This forum will focus on fostering cooperation and developing new ideas in the following areas:

  1. Pedagogies
  • Promote academic partnerships and research initiatives between the universities in China and Bangladesh.
  • Encourage youth engagement and cross-cultural dialogue to enhance mutual understanding and educational development.
  1. Cultural Exchange and Integration
  • Explore the role of cultural diplomacy in strengthening bonds between China and Bangladesh.
  • Discuss how cultural exchange can contribute to fostering long-term collaboration in other sectors.
  1. International Trade and Economic Cooperation
  • Investigate new avenues for improving bilateral trade and investment.
  • Focus on sustainable trade practices and innovative solutions for regional economic growth.
  1. Sustainable Development in the Fashion or Other Industries
  • Explore cutting-edge research and technologies that promote sustainable practices in fashion or other industries.
  • Discuss how China and Bangladesh can collaborate to create a more sustainable fashion or other industries' supply chains.

 

Forum Objectives

  • Idea exchange: To provide a platform for sharing innovative ideas and solutions that address regional challenges and promote sustainable development.
  • Strengthening cooperation: To build bridges between academia, industry, and government to facilitate long-term partnerships and collaborations.
  • Academic development: To present the latest research findings in the fields of education, trade, and sustainability and discuss future academic trends.
  • Inspire youth engagement: To encourage students, researchers, and young professionals to contribute their innovative ideas for building stronger ties between China and Bangladesh.
  • Foster collaborative platforms: To establish lasting partnerships for future research and practical applications that will contribute to the advancement of both nations.

 

Target Audience

  • Scholars and researchers from China and Bangladesh
  • University students and academic professionals
  • Industry experts, especially in trade, sustainability, and fashion
  • Young innovators and entrepreneurs

 

Forum Format

  1. Keynote sessions
    Presentations from prominent scholars and experts on the theme of regional integration, technological innovation, and sustainable development.
  2. Panel discussions
    Engaging in discussions on the key focus areas such as sustainable trade, cultural diplomacy, and academic collaboration between China and Bangladesh.
  3. Interactive Q&A sessions
    Opportunities for participants to ask questions and engage with speakers in an open forum.

 

Expected Outcomes

  • Increased collaboration: Build stronger academic, cultural, and industrial bonds between China and Bangladesh.
  • Innovative solutions: Generate actionable ideas for promoting sustainable trade, development, and innovation in the fashion industry and other sectors.
  • Long-term partnerships: Foster future cooperation between educational institutions, research centers, and industries in both countries.
  • Youth empowerment: Empower students and young professionals to contribute to the bilateral relationship and sustainable development actively.
  • Expert's opinion: Insights provided by specialists in the relevant field will offer both practical and visionary perspectives, significantly influencing the project's development and fostering collaboration between China and Bangladesh.

 

Proposal Format

Word or PDF - Topic name, presenter affiliation, concept description and implementations. (Can provide images, charts, figures, tables, and other data with proper references). 

Short biography of the presenter, photo, email.