Bangladesh does not want any further escalation in tension with India, as the recent retaliatory moves are affecting bilateral trade
Fresh Indian curbs on imports from Bangladesh quite concerning
"This sudden decision could severely disrupt bilateral trade"
“We have learned about the restrictions through media reports and social media,” Bashir Uddin told reporters today at the Secretariat in Dhaka
India has imposed restrictions on the import of garments, agro-processed foods, furniture and other goods from Bangladesh through land ports, a move likely to disrupt trade flows and increase logistical challenges for exporters.
In a first move to address the shortfall, Sylhet's Osmani International Airport is set to launch dedicated cargo operations today
The move comes as Bangladesh's garment exporters face a major challenge in handling urgent international shipments after India abruptly closed a widely-used air cargo transhipment route
India yesterday said its withdrawal of transshipment facility to Bangladesh for third-country exports should be seen in the backdrop of “some of the developments” that preceded it.
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This move could impact the shipment of Bangladesh’s readymade garments through Indian airports