Privacy Policy

Governing Body: Bangladesh–Australia Trade and Investment Council (BATIC)

1. Policy Objective

The objective of this policy is to establish a structured framework for enhancing economic engagement between Australia and Bangladesh. It aims to support cross-border cooperation through responsible and sustainable trade practices, facilitating trusted connections between enterprises, industry leaders, and policymakers.

 

2. Institutional Framework & Partnership

To drive bilateral growth, BATIC operates a collaborative platform involving several key stakeholder categories:

• Institutional Partners: Collaboration with chambers of commerce, trade promotion agencies, and universities to provide expertise and research for cross-border cooperation.

• Corporate & SME Integration: Supporting exporters, manufacturers, and logistics providers. Specific focus is placed on the SME Network to reduce international entry risks through export readiness support and training.

• Advisory Network: Utilization of professionals in international trade, legal compliance, and investment structuring to ensure high-quality bilateral engagement.

 

3. Government Engagement & Facilitation

This policy recognizes that sustainable trade requires deep cooperation between public institutions and the private sector.

 

3.1 Complementary Support

BATIC does not replace official government trade agencies but acts as a complementary body. It assists businesses in navigating:

• Regulatory expectations and investment frameworks

• Compliance requirements and international business standards

• Commercial standards and partnership frameworks

 

3.2 Bilateral Dialogue and Missions

• Trade Dialogue: Facilitating stakeholder discussions and industry roundtables to identify sector opportunities and address operational challenges.

• Delegation Facilitation: Organizing trade missions that allow policymakers and industry representatives to explore the commercial landscape of both nations.

 

4. Research and Market Intelligence

To ensure informed decision-making, this policy promotes the use of verified data and academic research.  

• Trade Data: Stakeholders are encouraged to utilize the World Bank Trade Statistics, UN Comtrade, and the respective Bureaus of Statistics from both Australia and Bangladesh.  

• Academic Support: Engagement with institutions such as the University of Sydney Business School and the University of Dhaka (IBA) to leverage research on regional cooperation and economic development.  

 

5. Compliance and Sustainability

All bilateral activities must adhere to established export procedures and industry standards. BATIC provides awareness briefings to ensure all commercial engagements meet the necessary regulatory and compliance expectations of both jurisdictions