Govt takes twin-track approach to retain EU duty-free access
29 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Bangladesh is pursuing a dual-track strategy to retain duty-free access to the European Union after graduating from the least developed country (LDC) category, negotiating a free trade agreement (FTA) with the bloc while also seeking to qualify for its GSP Plus trade preference scheme.
29 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Bangladesh missing out on China market opportunity
24 June 2026, 00:00 AM
When China widened duty-free access to 97 percent of Bangladeshi products in 2020 and later extended the concession to almost all goods in 2024, it appeared to offer Bangladesh a rare opening.
24 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Bangladesh remains key sourcing market: H&M
19 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Swedish retail giant H&M has said Bangladesh remains “a very important sourcing market”, amid media reports suggesting it may reduce purchases from the country.
19 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Made in Bangladesh jerseys reach FIFA World Cup 2026
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Jerseys manufactured in Bangladesh were worn by the Cape Verde national team during their World Cup debut match against Spain
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Made in Bangladesh jerseys reach FIFA World Cup 2026
16 June 2026, 21:40 PM
Although a Bangladeshi team is not taking part in the FIFA World Cup 2026, products “made in Bangladesh” have still made their way to football’s biggest stage.
16 June 2026, 21:40 PM
Bangladesh will respond to USTR’s forced labour claim
16 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Bangladesh is preparing a formal response to the USTR’s claim that the country has failed to prevent imports of goods made with forced labour, in a bid to avoid a proposed 10 percent tariff on its exports to the United States.
16 June 2026, 00:00 AM
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
Bangladesh, US all set to sign reciprocal tariff deal tonight
Under the agreement, the tariff rate on Bangladeshi products may fall to 18 percent from the current 20 percent
9 February 2026, 15:13 PM
Govt to buy 14 Boeings for up to Tk 35,000cr
US may cut tariff for Bangladesh to 18% under a trade agreement to be signed today, a high official says
9 February 2026, 04:43 AM
Ctg port workers resume indefinite strike today
Chattogram port workers and employees have called another round of indefinite strike from today, adopting a more hardline approach this time as they threatened to halt cargo handling at the outer anchorage, which remained out of the purview of last week’s six-day work abstention.
8 February 2026, 03:39 AM
Govt to seal US trade deal tomorrow to reduce tariff
Bangladesh is scheduled to sign a trade agreement with the United States tomorrow aimed at reducing reciprocal tariffs, with commitments to import more American goods to narrow a trade imbalance heavily favouring Bangladesh.
8 February 2026, 00:25 AM
Govt to seal US trade deal on Monday to reduce tariff
Bangladesh is scheduled to sign a trade agreement with the United States on Monday aimed at reducing reciprocal tariffs, with commitments to import more American goods to narrow a trade imbalance heavily favouring Bangladesh.
7 February 2026, 21:30 PM
Dhaka signs historic EPA with Tokyo
Bangladesh and Japan yesterday signed a historic Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) in Tokyo, aimed at attracting Japanese investment and retaining preferential trade benefits after Bangladesh graduates from the least developed country (LDC) category in November this year.
7 February 2026, 04:33 AM
Bangladesh signs first economic partnership deal with Japan
Commerce Adviser of Bangladesh, Sk. Bashir Uddin, and Japan’s State Minister for Foreign Affairs, HORII Iwao, signed the agreement in Tokyo
6 February 2026, 14:09 PM
Bangladesh, Japan to sign EPA in Tokyo today
This is going to be the first-ever EPA to be signed by Bangladesh with any country
6 February 2026, 11:21 AM
Operations resume at Ctg port after 6-day stalemate
Operational activities at Chattogram port finally resumed yesterday afternoon after a six-day impasse, as protesting employees postponed their ongoing work abstention until Saturday following assurances from Shipping Adviser M Sakhawat Hussain that steps would be taken to meet their demands.
6 February 2026, 04:21 AM
Chattogram Port at complete standstill
Chattogram Port has ground to a halt in the last two days as workers and employees went on an indefinite work abstention over the government’s move to lease the key New Mooring Container Terminal (NCT) to Dubai-based DP World.
5 February 2026, 04:26 AM
Bangladesh to sign first-ever EPA with Japan tomorrow
Bangladesh is stepping into a new phase of trade diplomacy as it signs its first Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) with Japan tomorrow, a deal meant to preserve duty-free market access after the country’s graduation from the least developed country club later this year.
5 February 2026, 00:00 AM
Exports hold steady in January
The country’s merchandise exports held nearly steady in January, with shipments totalling $4.41 billion, down 0.50 percent year-on-year, according to Export Promotion Bureau (EPB) data.
3 February 2026, 00:00 AM
Yarn import restriction to risk buyers and employment: BGMEA
The BGMEA sent a note to the Bangladesh Trade and Tariff Commission (BTTC)
2 February 2026, 21:16 PM
EU-India trade deal: Bangladeshi exporters to face tougher days
The European Union and India reached a sweeping free trade deal granting Indian clothing manufacturers duty-free access to the bloc.
29 January 2026, 04:15 AM
Business community wants well-defined economic roadmap
Political parties need to prioritise law and order, macroeconomic stability, and ease of doing business in their election manifestos, say business leaders and trade bodies.
24 January 2026, 02:33 AM
Govt approves EPA signing with Japan
The interim government’s advisory council yesterday approved the signing of an Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) with Japan, paving the way for duty-free market access for Bangladeshi exports to the East Asian country after LDC graduation.
23 January 2026, 00:00 AM
Govt moves to curb yarn imports, RMG exporters unhappy
The commerce ministry has recommended that the revenue board end the duty-free import of certain types of yarn under the bonded warehouse facility.
19 January 2026, 00:00 AM
RMG exports to EU grew 7% in Jan-Nov
The country’s ready-made garment (RMG) exports to the European Union (EU) grew 7.65 percent to €18.05 billion (around $20 billion) during the January-November period of last year, compared with the same period in 2024, according to Eurostat, the EU’s official statistical office.
18 January 2026, 00:00 AM
Garment exporters see brighter outlook as election nears
American buyers are tapping the shoulder of Bangladeshi apparel makers. While exchanging new year greetings, Canadian buyers are also asking them how things are going. Local manufacturers say they are receiving phone calls and emails from buyers in Europe as well.
16 January 2026, 00:00 AM
Garment exports to US grew 15% in Jan-Oct
Bangladesh’s readymade garment exports to the United States, the country’s largest single-market destination, grew more than 15 percent year-on-year to $7.08 billion in the January-October period, according to US government data.
11 January 2026, 00:00 AM