On 4 November 2026, a roundtable discussion titled “Roundtable Discussion on Industry-Academia Collaboration” was jointly organised by the University of Chittagong (CU) and the Chittagong Chamber of Commerce & Industry (CCCI) at the conference hall of the World Trade Center in Chattogram.

BGMEA Director Md. M. Mohiuddin Chowdhury attended the meeting. He emphasised the importance of effective collaboration between universities and industrial establishments in developing higher education curricula aligned with the industry's current and future needs, strengthening research and innovation, and enhancing students' practical skills.

He stated that integrating the knowledge, research and innovative capabilities of universities with the practical experience and requirements of industries would help develop a skilled and technology-oriented workforce, create employment opportunities, increase productivity and further strengthen Bangladesh's competitiveness in the international market.

The meeting was chaired by CCCI President Mohammed Amirul Haque. Professor Dr. Abdullah Al-Mamun, Member of the University Grants Commission (UGC), attended as the Chief Guest. The keynote papers were presented by University of Chittagong Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Mohammad Al-Forkan and former CCCI President Mr. Amir Humayun Mahmud Chowdhury.

BGMEA Standing Committee Chairmen Md. Wadud Mohammad Chowdhury and Kazi Shafiqul Islam (Titu) were also present. They signed two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with their respective institutions to promote joint industry-academia collaboration.

The discussion highlighted the importance of establishing effective partnerships between universities and the industrial sector to expand industry-academia collaboration, develop skilled human resources and ensure sustainable economic growth.