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The document discusses export-import management issues in Bangladesh, focusing on organizations like BEPZA, EPB, CPA, and MPA. It includes interview questions related to export order processing, customs clearance, and cargo management, as well as details about the roles and functions of these organizations in promoting exports and managing ports. Additionally, it highlights the importance of Chattogram and Mongla ports in facilitating trade and their contributions to the country's economic growth.

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Project of Export Import Management

The document discusses export-import management issues in Bangladesh, focusing on organizations like BEPZA, EPB, CPA, and MPA. It includes interview questions related to export order processing, customs clearance, and cargo management, as well as details about the roles and functions of these organizations in promoting exports and managing ports. Additionally, it highlights the importance of Chattogram and Mongla ports in facilitating trade and their contributions to the country's economic growth.

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Export Import Management issues covering organization like BEPZA, EPB,

CPA, and MPA


 Interview Question
Export Order Processing & Export Promotion BEPZA & EPB
1. Can you briefly introduce yourself and your role in this organization?
2. What is the main function of your organization in promoting exports?
3. What are the key steps involved in processing an export order in Bangladesh ?
4. What are the most common documentation errors in export orders, and how can
they be avoided ?
5. What initiatives has BEPZA/EPB taken to boost exports from Bangladesh?
6. What are the major challenges faced by exporters in Bangladesh, and how do you
address them?
7. How do you see the future of Bangladesh export sector in the next 5 to 10 years?
Export-Import Customs Clearance & Cargo Management CPA & MPA
1. Can you introduce yourself and your role in port operations?
2. How important is Chattogram/Mongla port in Bangladesh export import activities?
3. What are the main steps in the customs clearance process for imported/exported
goods?
4. What kind of technologies or innovations have been introduced in cargo
management?
5. What art the biggest risks in cargo handling, and how are they mitigated?
6. How do you see the future of port operations in Bangladesh in the next 5 to 10
years?

 Project Title
Bangladesh Export processing Zones Authority (BEPZA)
BEPZA is responsible for developing and managing export processing zones (EPZs)
in Bangladesh. EPZ are special economic zones that offer various incentives to export
oriented businesses, such as tax breaks, duty-free imports, and streamlined customs
procedures.
Search link : https://www.bepza.gov.bd/content/about-bepza
Article link : https://www.tbsnews.net/nbr/epz-investors-may-lose-duty-free-
benefits-machinery-vehicles-imports-852311

Export Promotion Bureau (EPB)


EPB is a government agency that provides various export promotion services to
Bangladeshi businesses, such as market research, trade fairs, and export counseling.
Search link : https://epb.gov.bd/site/page/91166482-c75f-4747-abe3-
0d08821ccf3e/-
Article link : https://www.thedailystar.net/business/news/exports-grow-5-jul-
sep-epb-admits-3b-mismatch-3724276

Export Order Processing, Export Promotion in Bangladesh


The export order processing in Bangladesh involves Order Receipt, Order
Confirmation, Documentation, Commercial invoice, Packing list, Bill of lading,
Customs Clearance, Shipment, and Payment.
Search link : https://epb.gov.bd/

Chittagong Port Authority (CPA)


CPA manages the Chittagong port, which is the largest and busiest seaport in
Bangladesh. It plays a critical role in export-import activities, handling over 90% of the
country’s trade.
What actually CPA do :
1. Customs Clearance
2. Cargo Management
3. Global Shipments
4. Documentations
5. Port Expansion

According to The Financial Express, The Chittagong port got off to a flying start in
January by handling 13.28 per cent higher containers year on year, driven by a
significant rise in the country’s export and import trade.

According to port officials, the country’s prime seaport handled a total of 263,614
twenty foot equivalent units TEUs of containers this January up from 232,709 TEUs in
the same month of the previous year.
Data shows the port handled 75,234 TEUs of export goods laden containers, 53,149
TEUs of empty outbound containers, 124,039 TEUs of import goods laden containers,
and 11,192 TEUs of empty inbound containers last month.
Taking Information / Article link : https://thefinancialexpress.com.bd/trade/ctg-
ports-jan-container-handling-rises-13pc

Another Article : https://www.tbsnews.net/bangladesh/chittagong-port-authority-


extend-saif-powertecs-nct-contract-another-6-months-1036321

Mongla Port Authority (MPA)


MPA the second largest port in Bangladesh, plays a significant role in handling
international trade, Particularly for southwestern region of the country. Its strategic
location and modern facilities make it and attractive option for shippers.
MPA Provides facilities and services to international shipping lines and other
concerned agencies, including jetties, warehouses, cargo handling equipment, and
maintenance of adequate water depth in the channel to ensure safe day and night
navigation.
Mongla port has 11 jetties and 8 warehouses, utilizing 12 swinging moorings in deeper
sections of the river.
For more detailed : https://mpa.gov.bd/

According to Dhaka Tribune


In the first seven months of the 2024-2025 financial year, a total of 496 ships docked
at Mongla Port, said the port’s Public Relation Deputy Director Md Makruzzaman.

During this period, 65,62,300 tons of goods were imported and exported.

This included the loading and unloading of 12,083 used containers from 23 container
ships, as well as the unloading of 6,751 reconditioned vehicles from 12 vehicle ships.
Several measures have been taken to increase the number of ships arriving at Mongla
Port during the current fiscal year, according to port sources.

Article link : https://www.dhakatribune.com/bangladesh/nation/373054/496-foreign-


commercial-ships-docked-at-mongla-port

Last but not the least, Chittagong port authority and Mongla port authority are vital for
Bangladesh’s economic growth and international trade. Their efficient operations in
customs clearance, cargo management, global shipments, and documentations are
crucial for facilitating smooth flow of goods.

For question and further information, please contact :

Name : Sourab Majumder


Roll : 43
Session : 2021-2022
Semester : 4th
Email : [email protected]
LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/sourab-majumder/

Responsible Professor
Name : Md. Shahidul Islam Fakir
E-mail : [email protected]

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