JBCCI was formed in 2004, with the feeling of the extreme need of starting a new trade regime with stronger mutual presence in each other's market. A well – timed address by H.E. Mr. Matsushiro Horiguchi, Hon'ble Ambassador of Japan in Bangladesh at the National Press Club in Dhaka expressed deep sense of commitment of Japan for peace, prosperity and development of our country as a nation-state. It was possible to form JBCCI with the direct support and co-operation of JETRO (Japan External Trade Organization), which is operating for trade and investment promotion in Bangladesh as Japan Government's agency for the last 35 years. The leadership of former Presidents Mr. Matiur Rahman and Mr. Hideo Ueno has enriched JBCCI stepping forward from its inception.