He addressed a prominent CSR conference in Germany, emphasizing the importance of various stakeholders in promoting ethical practices. He mentioned the roles of politicians, buyers, factory owners, and customers in ensuring compliance and sustainability. The BGCCI is the biggest bilateral chamber in Bangladesh and the 11th German CSR Forum took place in Stuttgart on April 20 and 21, being a key event in Germany for discussions on Corporate Social Responsibility. The BGCCI organized a forum with the theme "Without CSR no business success," which was attended by over 800 participants from various sectors. Awards were given in six categories for outstanding practices, including CO2 reduction, gender diversity, collaboration with NGOs, CSR in the supply chain, sustainable urban development, and best video on a company's CSR efforts. Germany is a key market for Bangladeshi garments, which have duty-free access. The conference also focused on the supply chain of ready-made garments in Bangladesh. It was recommended by BGCCI that in addition to following policy guidelines, there should be an improvement in standards within the supply chain. Jan Eggert, a sustainability consultant and former CEO of BSCI, pointed out that companies often have their products manufactured by independent firms overseas, making it difficult to ensure that standards are being met. The Executive Director of BGCCI emphasized the need for a shift in focus from price to sustainability in order to establish long-term successful business models.