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FBCCI's plea for tariff protection devoid of reality
On April 4, the Federation of Bangladesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FBCCI) urged the government to pay attention to ensuring reasonable protection from customs tariffs for the sake of employment and promoting domestic industries, services and small and medium enterprises.
FBCCI demands removal of tax at source for supply of essentials
The apex trade body said at present, 2 percent tax at source is applicable on the supply of items such as rice, wheat, potato, onion, garlic, chickpeas, lentils, turmeric, pepper, maize, flour, flour, salt, edible oil, sugar, and all kinds of fruits among other items.
Initiate steps to end forex shortage: FBCCI
The reserves stood at $19.45 billion on March 27 whereas it was more than $41 billion two years ago.
Sustainable business-friendly environment a must now: FBCCI
FBCCI sits with different trade bodies to prepare budget proposals
Address LC concerns before Ramadan
The government should immediately form a separate fund for importers of essential goods so that they do not face any trouble in opening LCs
Remembering Annisul Huq: The man behind the public persona
Six years ago, a perfectly healthy man in his 60s just left me and my children in a state of shock and emptiness.
FBCCI calls for political stability
The Federation of Bangladesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FBCCI) yesterday expressed concern over ongoing political unrest centring the upcoming parliamentary elections in January.
FBCCI urges BB not to hike interest rate
The leaders of the Federation of Bangladesh Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FBCCI) have sought the cooperation of the central bank so that the interest rate on loans does not increase by a large margin.
New FBCCI chief plans a world trade centre for Dhaka
Mahbubul Alam, the newly elected president of the Federation of Bangladesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FBCCI), has expressed his commitment to bolster trade and business in the country in the days ahead.
Act tough against bank 'robbers'
The Federation of Bangladesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FBCCI) has finally demanded exemplary punishment of those who looted banks in recent times in the name of loans.
Hike in source tax ‘absurd’
The proposed 1.5 percent tax at source on export is 'absurd' and 'abnormal' as such a high rate might hamper the growth of local
Owners shut shops to press for package VAT
Shop owners shut their enterprises for an hour in parts of the country including capital Dhaka pressing for keeping the provision of package VAT.
15% uniform VAT from next fiscal: Muhith
Despite opposition from businesses, Finance Minister AMA Muhith says a uniform 15 percent VAT will be applicable from next fiscal year.
Council to boost business with EU: Tofail
Commerce Minister Tofail Ahmed says a council would be formed soon to boost business between Bangladesh and European countries.
Matlub new president of FBCCI
Nitol Niloy Group Chairman Abdul Matlub Ahmad has been elected president of the Federation of Bangladesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FBCCI).
Mamata for quick trade dispute settlements
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee proposed to form a joint business council for quick solution of disputes in bilateral trade and investment with Bangladesh.
Diplomats call for dialogue, compromise to end violence
A group of foreign diplomats called for a dialogue and compromise among rival political parties to bring an end to the deadly violence.
Farm sector worst-hit by blockade
Protesting the loss inflicted on their businesses by the blockade, the Federation of Bangladesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FBCCI) last week had held a programme, where it presented figures on the economic loss of various sectors.
