Information is presented by two kinds of charts.The line illustrates the export values from Bangladesh over the period 24 years,from 1998.While the export destinations and value of clothing exports in 2012 is demonstrated by the pie chart.
Overall, the value of clothing exports from Bangladesh has demonstrated significant growth, particularly in the latter years of the observed period, with the European Union emerging as the predominant destination for these goods.
The line graph reveals a remarkable upward trajectory in the value of clothing exports from Bangladesh, escalating from virtually zero in 1988 and maintaining that state until 1996, when exports reached $3 billion. The growth continued steadily, with figures rising to $5 billion by the year 2000. Subsequently, there was a modest increase to $6 billion in 2004, followed by a more pronounced rise to $8 billion in 2008. The most substantial growth occurred between 2008 and 2012, culminating in a peak export value of $21 billion by 2012, indicating an increase of approximately 163% over this four-year span.
The pie chart categorizes the destinations of Bangladeshi clothing exports in 2012, revealing that the European Union accounted for the most significant share at 60%, equating to $11.38 billion. The United States followed as the second-largest market, representing 26% of total exports, which amounts to $4.53 billion. Additionally, Canada contributed 5% ($0.87 billion) to the overall export value. Smaller markets included Japan and Turkey, which accounted for 4% ($0.8 billion) and 2% ($0.36 billion), respectively, while the ‘Others’ category encompassed 3% of the total value.