Bangladesh, Jan. 22 -- Visiting apparel sector leaders from Sri Lanka have requested Bangladesh to allow 100 per cent foreign direct investment (FDI) without any discrimination between local and foreign companies in offering supports.

They also expressed their interest to invest in Bangladesh's textile and garment industry to collectively utilise the existing strengths of both the countries and grab global market.

The delegation stressed the need for equal policy support to encourage investment from Sri Lanka that is good at manufacturing value added garment items and have collaboration with buyers in products innovation.

The observations came at a meeting of the two countries' trade bodies-Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters ...