The Japan International Cooperation Agency (Jica) should facilitate establishing a petrochemical industry in Matarbari-Moheshkhali project area, said Md Jashim Uddin, president of the Federation of Bangladesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FBCCI).

He also called for undertaking development projects for the development of a sustainable energy sector.

The FBCCI chief came up with the calls at a discussion with the officials of Jica's head office who are related to the Matarbari-Moheshkhali project.

Bangladesh's geographical location and offshore economy showcase huge potential, Jashim Uddin said at the event held at the FBCCI office in Dhaka today.

However, harnessing these opportunities requires further development in infrastructure, port and energy sector, he said.

Therefore, Jica, as a trusted development partner of Bangladesh, may devise projects in this regard, he said.

Deputy Director of the Jica Headquarter Asakawa Yuka hoped for the cooperation of the private sector of Bangladesh to make the Matarbari-Moheshkhali integrated development initiative successful.

FBCCI Director and MCCI President Md Saiful Islam called for Jica's cooperation in FBCCI Innovation and Research Centre.