The agreement introduces new commitments aimed at simplifying business operations, strengthening legal certainty for investors and expanding cooperation in emerging sectors.
Japan EPA hailed by business leaders as boost to exports, investment and post-LDC transition
In a statement, Japan’s foreign ministry said both sides welcomed the signing, noting that as Bangladesh’s first EPA, the agreement would further strengthen the bond between two countries …
Bangladesh secures $8.02m in orders at Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris
Bangladesh has secured encouraging business prospects at Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris Spring/Feb 2026, held on 2-4 February, with strong interest from international buyers in Bangladeshi apparel …
How Bangladesh economy stands to gain as dollar hits four-year low
The dollar’s downturn is expected to appreciate the taka, as the euro and pound were among currencies that surged against the greenback this month. Eleven of the 19 emerging market currencies tracked …
‘US talks could bring relief on non-tariff barriers for Bangladesh’
Lutfey Siddiqi, Special Envoy on International Affairs to the Chief Adviser, has said that ongoing high-level economic discussions with …
Getting Bangladesh’s renewable energy transition on track
Bangladesh’s renewable energy transition remains slow, leaving the country heavily dependent on costly fossil fuel imports. Deploying large-scale solar, encouraging rooftop systems, and leveraging …
IMF cautions Bangladesh against unsecured liquidity support to weak banks
The IMF noted that while Bangladesh’s economic growth has slowed and inflation remains elevated, it projects a gradual recovery provided reforms are implemented.
IMF sees Bangladesh growth rebounding to 4.7% in FY26-27
, Jan. 31 — Bangladesh’s economic growth is expected to rebound to 4.7 percent in both FY26 and FY27 following a recent slowdown but the economy continues to face mounting macro-financial challenges, …
IMF Executive Board Concludes 2025 Article IV Consultation with Bangladesh
The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) completed the Article IV Consultation for Bangladesh on January 26, 2026. The authorities have consented to the publication of the Staff …
Why investors are still waiting on Bangladesh
Governance gaps and political uncertainty are keeping both local and foreign investors on the sidelines—leaving growth prospects uncertain …