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Mr. Md. Mesbha Uddin Ali, Chairman of Wega Group, has been appointed Chairman of the newly constituted Board of Trustees (BoT) of BGMEA University of Fashion & Technology (BUFT). The appointment was made at the board’s inaugural meeting on September 28, where members discussed key matters relating to the university’s governance, administration and future development. The newly constituted Board of Trustees reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening BUFT’s academic and institutional capabilities and advancing the university’s continued growth and development. The meeting also underscored the importance of enhancing BUFT’s contribution to education and professional skills development in Bangladesh’s textile, apparel and fashion industries. In this context, the board discussed strategic initiatives to further align the university’s academic programs and skills development efforts with the evolving needs of the industry.

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The BUFT Career Development Club (BCDC) successfully concluded Corporate X 2026, a multi-round competition designed to develop students’ creativity, industry knowledge, analytical thinking, teamwork and problem-solving skills. The grand finale was held on September 27 at the BUFT Multipurpose Hall, bringing together finalists, university authorities and industry professionals. The competition featured three rounds: Textile Vision X, focused on creative video presentations; Textile Trivia, testing knowledge, quick thinking and accuracy; and Textile ThinkTank, where shortlisted teams tackled case-solving and presentation challenges.

The finale was attended by Prof. Dr. Engr. Ayub Nabi Khan, Vice Chancellor, BUFT; Prof. Dr. Md. Alamgir Hossain, Pro VC (Acting) & Treasurer; Dr. Md. Sanwar Jahan Bhuiyan, Director, CDC; Dr. Mohammad Raza Miah, Assistant Professor, BUFT; and Mr. Md. Abdul Mukit, Advisor of BCDC. Mr. AKM Fahim Mashroor, CEO and Co-founder of Bdjobs.com, joined as the Chief Guest and delivered a session titled “The Changing Face of Employment in Bangladesh,” sharing insights into the evolving employment landscape and career opportunities. TWO NOOBS emerged as the Champion, with DELTA1 as the 1st Runner-Up and NURHAB as the 2nd Runner-Up.

Corporate X 2026 provided students with practical exposure to teamwork, creativity, decision-making and real-world problem-solving while connecting them with industry perspectives. The successful event reflects BCDC’s continued efforts to bridge academic learning with professional development and prepare students for the evolving corporate world. BCDC congratulated all winners, finalists and participants and expressed gratitude to the university authorities, guests, industry professionals, volunteers and organizing team for their contributions to the success of the event.

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BGMEA University of Fashion & Technology (BUFT) hosted the opening ceremony of “Interwoven Civilizations” – the 12th Belt & Road International Cultural and Art Week (Dhaka) on September 22, bringing together distinguished representatives from Bangladesh and China to celebrate cultural heritage and strengthen educational and cultural cooperation between the two countries. The ceremony opened with a display showcasing the rich heritage of traditional Bangladeshi textiles and clothing, highlighting the country's long-standing craftsmanship and distinctive cultural identity.

Mr. Md. Nurul Haque, Member of the Board of Trustees of BUFT and Managing Director of Sagar Garments Limited, attended the ceremony as the chief guest. Mr. Mesbah Uddin Ali, Chairman of the BGMEA Standing Committee on BUFT Affairs, attended as a special guest on behalf of the President of BGMEA. Mr. Mohiuddin Taher, Director of Shanto Mariam Honghe Confucius Classroom, was also present as a special guest.

Prof. Dr. Engr. Ayub Nabi Khan, Vice Chancellor of BUFT, delivered the welcome speech. The programme was also addressed by Mr. Pu Bingyuan, Vice President of Chengdu Qinggong Polytechnic University, and Mr. Ge Zhenyu, President of the Textile and Garment Branch of the Chinese Enterprises Association in Bangladesh.

A significant highlight of the ceremony was the signing of a cooperation agreement with Leizu College (Bangladesh). The agreement is expected to further expand opportunities for educational and cultural collaboration between Bangladesh and China. Prof. Md Alamgir Hossain, Pro Vice Chancellor (Acting) and Treasurer of BUFT, delivered the vote of thanks, concluding the ceremony.

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