Budget lacks dedicated plan for LDC graduation
12 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Although the proposed budget for fiscal year 2026-27 offers some measures that are aligned with the government’s Smooth Transition Strategy (STS) for LDC graduation, it lacks a dedicated framework with preparations for this watershed moment, which is due in November, experts said.
12 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Govt reduces source tax on import of 60 essential commodities
11 June 2026, 22:26 PM
The government has proposed withdrawing source tax on the import of 60 essential commodities, aiming to improve the standard of living of every individual and family in the country
11 June 2026, 22:26 PM
Govt to withdraw import duty on 51 active pharmaceutical ingredients
11 June 2026, 21:33 PM
The government has proposed the complete withdrawal of import duty on 51 new raw materials used in the manufacture of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) to make medicines more affordable for consumers in the domestic marke
11 June 2026, 21:33 PM
Govt eyes air cargo hubs to boost trade
11 June 2026, 20:13 PM
Once implemented, the international airports in Dhaka, Chattogram and Sylhet will gradually be upgraded into full-fledged logistics hubs, which will significantly expand the e-commerce sector
11 June 2026, 20:13 PM
Govt looks beyond traditional labour markets
11 June 2026, 18:13 PM
After a long period of closure, the government has also restarted the process of reopening labour markets in Malaysia, Oman, the United Arab Emirates, and Kuwait, the finance minister said during his budget speech today
11 June 2026, 18:13 PM
Exporters beyond RMG get bond facility
11 June 2026, 17:50 PM
The government also proposed exempting 100 percent export-oriented compliant garment factories from mandatory annual bond audits
11 June 2026, 17:50 PM
Japanese buyers seek more apparel sourcing under EPA
9 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Japan is looking to increase imports of garment products from Bangladesh, with Japanese companies seeking local business partners to strengthen sourcing under the Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) signed between the two countries.
9 June 2026, 00:00 AM
BGMEA calls emergency meeting on export slump
8 June 2026, 00:00 AM
The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) will hold an emergency board meeting today to review the persistent decline in garment exports.
8 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Washington, Dhaka try to iron out key tariff issues
The second round of tariff negotiations between Bangladesh and the United States ended yesterday in Washington, DC, with both sides reviewing and debating key proposals.
11 July 2025, 22:00 PM
US-China tariff war punishes Bangladesh
Bangladesh is facing pressure from Washington to decouple its manufacturing industries from Chinese suppliers, according to officials familiar with trade negotiations
9 July 2025, 18:07 PM
US tariff threatens export economy
The tariff places Bangladesh at an immediate disadvantage against regional competitors in the garment trade.
8 July 2025, 18:06 PM
Bangladesh retains 2nd spot in global apparel exports
Bangladesh maintained its position as the world’s second‑largest apparel exporter in 2024, behind only China, according to World Trade Organization (WTO) data.
8 July 2025, 18:00 PM
How Bangladesh can absorb tariff shock
New US tariffs challenge RMG sector, but global competitive edge holds
8 July 2025, 06:52 AM
Bangladesh retains second largest apparel exporter spot in 2024
The nation exported garments worth $38.48 billion last year
8 July 2025, 02:41 AM
Dhaka gets some relief in US trade tariff
Bangladesh expects a tariff rate of 20 percent or less in high-stakes trade talks with the US, after Washington fixed the same rate for Vietnam, a close competitor in global garment trade, officials familiar with the negotiations said.
7 July 2025, 18:08 PM
Can Bangladesh retain its foothold in US market?
As Bangladesh races against a July 9 deadline to secure a lower tariff regime with the United States, the stakes could not be higher.
4 July 2025, 18:14 PM
US tariff talks: First day ends without major decision
A high-level meeting between Bangladesh and the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) ended in Washington, DC, yesterday without a major decision, despite the looming expiry of a 90-day negotiation window on July 9.
3 July 2025, 18:51 PM
US Tariffs: Bangladesh starts intense talks in DC
Bangladesh has been engaged in negotiations to sign a tariff agreement with the US
3 July 2025, 18:08 PM
Against the odds, Bangladesh gains ground in US apparel market
The United States is Bangladesh’s single largest export destination.
30 June 2025, 14:17 PM
Bangladesh closing in on China in RMG export to EU
Even amidst the tough times at present, garment shipments to the European Union (EU) showcased resilience as Bangladesh fared well in the January-April period, showing signs of an opportunity to overtake China, the largest apparel supplier worldwide, in the EU markets.
23 June 2025, 18:00 PM
US buyers delay apparel orders over pending tariff call
Local apparel makers are seeing delays in the confirmation of work orders for the next summer season, as US retailers and brands wait for the final decision on reciprocal tariffs by the US administration, expected in early July.
19 June 2025, 18:00 PM
Bangladesh to follow WTO mechanism to deal with Trump tariff
Bangladesh will propose to provide duty facilities to the US under a multilateral trading mechanism to retain low tariffs, as the 90-day pause of Trump’s reciprocal tariffs will come to an end on July 8.
17 June 2025, 18:00 PM
LDC graduation: Govt proposes duty cut, change in trade rules
In the budget for FY26, the government has proposed reducing import duties on certain goods and amending trade rules to enhance competitiveness in preparation for the country’s impending graduation from the list of least developed countries (LDCs).
2 June 2025, 18:03 PM
Major US trade bodies welcome Trump’s hint at tariff relief for apparel, footwear
Five American trade bodies wrote joint letter to Trump
31 May 2025, 13:08 PM
Govt to allow rawhide exports despite tanners’ objections
Although tanners have voiced opposition, the government will allow rawhide exports during the Eid-ul-Azha season with the aim of fostering demand and ensuring better prices for traders at the field level, Commerce Secretary Mahbubur Rahman said yesterday.
22 May 2025, 18:00 PM
US trade bodies reiterate call for better labour rights
American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA), the US’s largest trade body in the apparel and footwear sector, and the Fair Labour Association (FLA) tied Bangladesh’s efforts to improve labour rights to ensure successful tariff negotiation with the Trump administration.
21 May 2025, 18:17 PM
BGMEA wants 3-month window from India to clear pending shipments
The association urges the interim government to send a letter to India seeking the opportunity
21 May 2025, 16:54 PM
Govt looking to defuse trade tensions with India
Bangladesh does not want any further escalation in tension with India, as the recent retaliatory moves are affecting bilateral trade
20 May 2025, 18:07 PM