The Bangladesh interim government of Muhammad Yunus on Saturday said it would unveil on August 5 the “July Declaration”, coinciding with the first anniversary of the ouster of then prime minister …
‘Decisive victory’: Yunus lauds Bangladesh’s US tariff deal, highlights India’s 25% rate
This achievement not only underscores Bangladesh’s rising strength on the global stage but also opens the door to greater opportunities, accelerated growth, and lasting prosperity,” Yunus said in a …
At least 27 killed as Bangladesh air force jet crashes into Dhaka school
A Bangladesh Air Force jet crashed into a college in the capital Dhaka on Monday, killing at least 27 people, mostly children, according to officials – in the country’s deadliest air incident in …
US cuts tariffs on Bangladesh to 20% after talks
The United States has slashed its tariff rate on goods from Bangladesh to 20 percent, a significant reduction from the previous 35 percent, after a final round of intense negotiations in Washington.
Labour MP Tulip Siddiq to face trial in Bangladesh
Labour MP Tulip Siddiq is set to face trial later this month over corruption allegations in Bangladesh. The former minister is accused of illegally receiving land in Bangladesh as part of a wider …
‘Diplomatic victory’ or risky deal? US tariff cut for Bangladesh stirs debate
Bangladesh has secured a reduction in US import tariffs on its goods, a move viewed by many, including the interim government, as a “major diplomatic victory”. Others, however, have questioned the …
Will Bangladesh veer from its India-China middle path?
India’s recent aid gesture reflects resilient ties with Bangladesh, as analysts say fears that Dhaka will pivot towards China are misplaced.
How Bangladesh finally succeeded in US tariff negotiation
Things began to turn in Bangladesh’s favour on 23 July, when it submitted a detailed position paper to the United States Trade Representative (USTR). Until then, Bangladesh had been unable to secure …
Tulip Siddiq has had no ‘official confirmation’ of Bangladesh trial, say lawyers
Tulip Siddiq has had no ‘official confirmation’ of Bangladesh trial, say lawyers – A statement released by Ms Siddiq’s lawyers attacked the ‘longstanding politically motivated smear campaign’.
Tulip Siddiq to face corruption trial in Bangladesh
Tulip Siddiq will face trial in Bangladesh over allegations she illegally received a plot of land from her despot aunt’s government. The former anti-corruption minister, who was forced to resign …