Spain-Bangladesh expo 2026: Opening new horizons

The Spain Bangladesh Expo 2026, an international trade exhibition aimed at strengthening bilateral trade relations between Bangladesh and Spain, creating new investment opportunities, expanding industrial and technological cooperation, and establishing long-term economic partnerships between the business communities of both countries, is scheduled to take place on 26 October 2026 in Seville, Spain.

Co-organized by the Spain Bangladesh Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SBCCI), this international exhibition will serve as an important platform for business leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, government officials, diplomats, representatives of chambers of commerce, and stakeholders from various industrial sectors of Bangladesh and Spain.

Under the theme “Stronger Partnership, Shared Prosperity,” the Expo aims to explore new opportunities for bilateral trade, strengthen direct business connections, encourage joint investment, promote technology exchange, and expand areas of mutual cooperation in international markets.

The exhibition will focus on a wide range of promising sectors, including agriculture, manufacturing, port and logistics, industrial automation, water management, men's fashion, halal standards, the chemical industry, food processing, home furniture, distribution, and retail.

The main exhibition will be held on Monday, 26 October 2026, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM at Hotel Sevilla Center, Avenida de la Buhaira 24, 41018 Sevilla, Spain. A lunch break is scheduled from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM.

Participating companies from Bangladesh and Spain will showcase their products, services, technological capabilities, manufacturing expertise, and investment potential. The exhibition will create opportunities for direct business engagement, potential commercial agreements, product sourcing, market expansion, and the establishment of joint ventures between businesses from the two countries.

Participation of High-Level Government and Diplomatic Representatives from Both Countries

One of the most significant aspects of Spain Bangladesh Expo 2026 is the proposed participation of senior government officials, diplomats, business leaders, and representatives of major commercial institutions from Bangladesh and Spain.

According to the organizers' updated programme, distinguished representatives from both countries are expected to attend the inaugural ceremony. Their proposed participation is expected to elevate the event beyond a conventional international trade exhibition, transforming it into an effective platform for bilateral economic diplomacy, institutional cooperation, and the development of stronger business relationships.

The proposed distinguished guests from Spain include:

Antonio Sanz Cabello, Honorable Vice President of the Government of Andalusia, Spain, and Miguel Rus, Honorable President of the Confederation of Business Owners of Seville.

Their proposed participation is expected to play an important role in expanding regional administrative cooperation, strengthening commercial relations, and enhancing business connectivity between Bangladesh and Spain.

The distinguished representatives listed in the programme from Bangladesh include:

Shama Obaed Islam, Honorable State Minister, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh.

Masudur Rahman, ndc, Honorable Ambassador of Bangladesh to Spain.

Md. Mosharaf Hossain, Director General, West Europe & EU, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh.

Shamima Yasmin Smriti, Director and Private Secretary to the Honorable State Minister, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh.

The proposed participation of representatives from Bangladesh's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Bangladesh Embassy in Spain will further enhance the diplomatic and institutional significance of the event. Such high-level engagement can play an important role in facilitating business communication, identifying investment opportunities, and creating new avenues for economic cooperation between the two countries.

Extensive International Business Delegation Programme from 22 to 29 October

In addition to the main exhibition, an extensive international business delegation programme has been scheduled from 22 to 29 October 2026, covering Madrid, Seville, and Malaga in Spain.

Through this programme, the Bangladeshi business delegation will have opportunities to engage directly with entrepreneurs, investors, industrial organizations, and representatives of chambers of commerce in several important commercial regions of Spain.

According to the programme, the Bangladeshi delegation was scheduled to depart from Dhaka by air for Madrid on Thursday, 22 October.

On Friday, 23 October, the delegation was scheduled to arrive in Madrid, the capital of Spain. The programme included time for rest, sightseeing, and familiarization with the local environment.

On Saturday, 24 October, the delegation is scheduled to travel from Madrid to Seville by train. Upon arrival in Seville, participants will have time for shopping, leisure, and sightseeing activities.

Sunday, 25 October, has been designated as a free day for the delegation in Seville. Participants will have opportunities to engage in personal activities, sightseeing, and informal networking. A pre-Expo briefing will be held in the evening, during which participants will receive identification badges and essential instructions regarding the main exhibition and business programmes.

The main exhibition of Spain Bangladesh Expo 2026 will take place on Monday, 26 October, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, featuring the participation of various business organizations from Bangladesh and Spain.

The inaugural ceremony is planned to include senior government officials, diplomatic representatives, and business leaders from both countries. Throughout the day, the exhibition will facilitate business networking, product and service presentations, and discussions on potential investment opportunities and commercial partnerships.

High-Level Business Meetings and Bilateral Discussions in Seville

Following the main exhibition, an extensive programme of important business meetings and discussions is scheduled to take place in Seville on Tuesday, 27 October, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

As part of this programme, a high-level meeting is planned with Javier Fernández de los Ríos, Honorable President of the Seville Provincial Council.

The meeting will provide an opportunity to discuss economic cooperation, commercial connectivity, and potential investment opportunities between Bangladesh and the Seville region.

Another important meeting is scheduled on the same day with Francisco Herrero Leon, Honorable President of the Chamber of Commerce of Seville.

The discussions may focus on expanding bilateral business relations, identifying new commercial partners, improving market access, and exploring potential areas of business cooperation.

In addition, direct business-to-business (B2B) meetings are planned with members of the Chamber of Commerce of Seville.

These meetings will provide Bangladeshi entrepreneurs and business representatives with opportunities to establish direct connections with Spanish business owners, manufacturers, importers, distributors, and potential investors.

The meetings could play a significant role in identifying new export markets, encouraging joint ventures, facilitating technological cooperation, strengthening supply-chain relationships, and establishing long-term commercial partnerships.

Following the completion of the business programme in Seville, the delegation will travel to Malaga by train.

Initiatives to Expand Business Cooperation in Malaga

Another important business programme is scheduled to take place in Malaga on Wednesday, 28 October, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

The programme includes meetings with Francisco de la Torre Prados, Honorable Mayor of the City of Malaga, and José Carlos Escribano de Garaizábal, Honorable President of the Malaga Chamber of Commerce.

These meetings will provide opportunities to discuss expanding cooperation between the business communities of Bangladesh and Malaga, creating new investment opportunities, and exploring potential industrial and commercial partnerships.

Direct business meetings with members of Malaga's chambers of commerce are also planned. Through these engagements, Bangladeshi entrepreneurs will have opportunities to establish relationships with local industrial organizations, importers, distributors, and potential investors.

On Thursday, 29 October, the delegation is scheduled to participate in further business interactions and discussions with representatives of Malaga's business community. Following these engagements, participants will travel from Malaga to Madrid by train and subsequently depart for Dhaka by air.

The comprehensive itinerary covering Madrid, Seville, and Malaga will create opportunities for Bangladeshi entrepreneurs to establish business connections across several important commercial regions of Spain.

For detailed information, participation opportunities, event programmes, and regular updates regarding Spain Bangladesh Expo 2026, please visit:

www.sbcciexpo2026.com