The recent reduction in the US reciprocal tariff rate for Bangladesh, from 35 percent to 20 percent, is a welcome development for the country’s export sector. This revision comes as part of a broader …
‘White elephants’ bleed Bangladesh dry: SoE debt skyrockets to Tk6.4 lakh crore
Shielded by continuous government bailouts, these entities perpetuate a cycle of inefficiency, pushing public debt to alarming levels and raising serious concerns about the nation’s financial health …
Bangladesh fishers risk abduction in Myanmar border tensions
On the banks of the Naf River, DW spoke with several Bangladeshi fishermen who were held captive by rebels based in Myanmar’s Rakhine state.
Final day of US-Bangladesh trade talks underway, hopes high for tariff relief
The third and final round of high-stakes negotiations between Bangladesh and the United States over the 35% countervailing duties …
ICCI invites Bangladesh to boost investment in Pakistan
During a business visit to Bangladesh, Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) President Nasir Mansoor Qureshi urged Bangladeshi companies to explore investment opportunities in Pakistan. He …
Final day of US-Bangladesh tariff talks today, awaiting decision: Officials
The final round of negotiations between Bangladesh and the United States over a trade agreement aimed at reducing reciprocal tariffs is set to conclude tonight (31 July), according to officials from …
Singer Bangladesh unveils 1st wire harness export from home appliances plant
Singer Bangladesh Limited, a subsidiary of Beko, flagship of Türkiye’s Koç Holding, proudly launched its first export shipment of wire harness components from its state-of-the-art Home Appliances …
Reform or Ruin: Bangladesh ‘One Crisis Away’ from Financial Meltdown, Experts Warn
Bangladesh’s banking sector stands precariously close to collapse, weighed down by defaulted loans exceeding Tk 5.3 lakh crore, nearly 30 per cent of total outstanding loans. Non-performing loans …
Reform or Ruin: Bangladesh ‘One Crisis Away’ from Financial Meltdown, Experts Warn
Bangladesh’s banking sector stands precariously close to collapse, weighed down by defaulted loans exceeding Tk 5.3 lakh crore, nearly 30 per cent of total outstanding loans. Non-performing loans …
Turning your nose? How’shutki’can be a mainstay of Bangladesh’s robust fisheries export sector
Bangladesh’s traditional dried fish industry, locally known as shutki, is gaining renewed attention as a potent earner of foreign currency, with exports showing signs of strong growth that marks it …