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
EU concerned over delay in EPZ labour law amendment
A visiting European Union (EU) delegation yesterday expressed concerns over delays in amending a labour law meant for export processing zones (EPZs), which was also an eligibility criterion for its Everything But Arms (EBA) scheme.
15 March 2022, 18:00 PM
EU assessing rights progress for GSP
A visiting European Union (EU) delegation yesterday wanted to know the causes for delays in the implementation of a few action plans for retaining the GSP to the EU markets under the trade bloc’s Everything but Arms (EBA) initiative.
14 March 2022, 18:00 PM
Denim mills expand as global market booms
Fabric makers in Bangladesh have embarked on a massive expansion to capture more share of the fast-growing global denim market keeping pace with the changing fashion and styles.
13 March 2022, 18:00 PM
RMG shipments to Russia fall, payments hit hurdles: 150 Bangladeshi exporters stare at uncertainty
Shipment of readymade garments from Bangladesh to Russia and the payments from the buyers are declining day by day as the country’s war against Ukraine rages.
10 March 2022, 18:00 PM
Exports to Russia, Ukraine hit snag
Russia and Ukraine-bound exports, especially garments, are now faced with an uncertain future as shipping lines are understandably not too eager to carry goods to war zones.
6 March 2022, 18:00 PM
Recycling plastic bottles to make garments
Bangladesh is set to become a major source of recycled yarn and fabrics made from plastic bottles as the country looks to capture more market share of global high value-added garment items such as activewear, outerwear, padding and quilting.
5 March 2022, 18:00 PM
Govt to seek removal of anti-dumping duty on jute
Bangladesh will again urge India to withdraw the anti-dumping duty (ADD) on locally produced jute and jute goods during a commerce secretary-level meeting between Dhaka and New Delhi today.
3 March 2022, 18:00 PM
February exports hit another milestone
Earnings from merchandise shipments continued to soar in February, registering growth of 34.54 per cent year-on-year to reach $4.29 billion on the back of increased garment exports.
2 March 2022, 18:00 PM
Local textile sales double in five years
The textile market in Bangladesh is growing at a faster clip as annual sales have nearly doubled to $9 billion in a span of five years riding on the production of diversified fabrics and the growing consumption of middle-income people.
1 March 2022, 18:00 PM
Over $600m garment exports to Russia at risk
Bangladesh will lose one of the most promising apparel export destinations if various Russian lenders are excluded from the SWIFT messaging system in response to the country’s invasion of Ukraine, entrepreneurs warned.
28 February 2022, 18:00 PM
Businesses fear ripple effect of Russian invasion of Ukraine
With oil prices hitting above $100 in the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, local businesses yesterday feared that the war would have a ripple effect on their domestic and international operations as both countries are major suppliers of agricultural commodities.
24 February 2022, 18:00 PM
Apparel exports to China dwindle
Although Bangladesh’s overall export earnings from China increased 9.81 per cent year-on-year to $426.14 million in the last seven months, apparel shipments to the East Asian nation failed to meet expectations despite enjoying duty benefits.
22 February 2022, 18:00 PM
Uneven recovery in garment industry
Bangladesh’s garment industry might be brimming with export orders from international buyers thanks to the ongoing turnaround of the global apparel supply chain, but it is the larger units that are running in full swing while smaller ones have been pushed into corners.
19 February 2022, 18:00 PM
Govt to amend procurement rules
A high-level government committee yesterday suggested 11 proposals for amending the procurement rules, including making it mandatory for foreign firms to form joint ventures with local bidders when it comes to fulfilling government procurement rules.
16 February 2022, 18:00 PM
Uniform export fetches half a billion dollars
Bangladesh has turned into a major sourcing hub for uniforms for the military, navy, air force, fire brigade and police for countries around the world as local garment manufacturers have enhanced their capacity and diversified products.
14 February 2022, 18:00 PM
Apparel export to India rising fast
Riding on the zero-duty trade benefit and competitive prices, the shipment of apparel items to India is growing fast, a development that would help Bangladesh narrow its trade gap with the neighbouring country.
10 February 2022, 18:00 PM
Team Group targets $1b export by 2026 Ships garments, medicines
Team Group, a leading garment exporter, has targeted to export goods worth $1 billion by 2026, when Bangladesh is scheduled to officially make the United Nations status graduation from a least developed to a developing country.
7 February 2022, 18:00 PM
Cotton production scanty despite huge market
Cotton production in Bangladesh has been low as farmers prefer other cash crops to the white fibre, completely missing out on at least a $3 billion domestic market.
6 February 2022, 18:00 PM
Exports surge 41pc in Jan
Earnings from merchandise exports from Bangladesh surged 41.13 per cent year-on-year to $4.85 billion in January, the second-highest single month receipts, on the back of rebounding garment shipments.
2 February 2022, 18:00 PM
Power tariff hike to hit apparel
Any power tariff hike will have a serious impact on the garment industry as it will scuttle its recovery from the coronavirus pandemic and erode competitiveness, said Faruque Hassan, president of the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA).
29 January 2022, 18:00 PM