A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between SAARCBAZAAR (www.saarcbazaar.com) and Women & E-Commerce Trust (WE), Bangladesh to strengthen regional e-commerce collaboration and promote a borderless digital marketplace for women-led enterprises across South Asia on September 18, 2025, at The Westin Dhaka.

The MOU was signed by Mr. Chandi Raj Dhakal, Incoming President and Vice President, SCCI (Nepal) on behalf of the SCCI whereas Ms. ShirinJubaer, Admin (WE Group), signed the agreement on behalf of Women & E-Commerce Trust (WE). The partnership aimed to enhance digital market access for women entrepreneurs, provide trade-related data, tools, and insights, and strengthen global visibility for women-led businesses through SAARCBAZAAR’s integrated e-commerce platform.

Under the agreement, both organizations agreed to collaborate to facilitate online market access, promote regional trade opportunities, and support women entrepreneurs through capacity building, digital onboarding, and access to SAARC-wide economic and trade information. The collaboration was expected to contribute to inclusive economic growth and cross-border commercial integration within South Asia.

During the ceremony, Mr. Chandi Raj Dhakal, Vice President (Nepal) and Incoming President, SCCIhighlighted the role of e-commerce platforms in reshaping global buying and selling practices. He emphasized that digital marketplaces have opened unprecedented opportunities for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), particularly women-led businesses, by enabling wider market reach, cost efficiency, and seamless cross-border trade.

The MOU signing ceremony was attended by Mr. Md.Jashim Uddin, President, SCCI, Mr. MianAnjumNisar, Vice President, SCCI (Pakistan), Ms. HinaMansab Khan, Chairperson, SAARC Chamber Women Entrepreneurs Council (SCWEC), Ms. HibaFawad, Mr. Aun Ali Syed, Executive Member, SAARC Young Entrepreneurs Forum (SYEF), Pakistan, Mr. Zulfiqar Ali Butt, Secretary General, SCCI, Mr. Bader Munir, Director Internal Affairs, SCCI and Ms. Fatima Anwar, Associate Director Communications, SCCI.

The ceremony concluded with the exchange of commemorative documents and a group photograph, symbolizing the shared commitment of both organizations to advancing women’s entrepreneurship, digital trade, and regional cooperation across the SAARC region.