trade

Canada’s Indo-Pacific trade representative to arrive in Dhaka today

Canada's Indo-Pacific Trade Representative Paul Thoppil will arrive in Dhaka this evening on a four-day visit that will underscore his country's commitment to Bangladesh as "it pursues democratic reforms towards a free and fair election"

Bangladesh-India relations must be based on justice and equal dignity

Exploring the complexities of Bangladesh-India relations, cooperation, and challenges.

Demystifying BRICS and the stakes for Bangladesh

Bangladesh has strong economic aspirations to become part of a forum like BRICS.

Thoughts upon spotting a red dot

As I stood before the bathroom mirror, I noticed a red laser spot. I instinctively turned around to look for a sniper. No one there. I chuckled and inspected the mirror.

India may guarantee supply of 7 essentials

Bangladesh is hopeful of an Indian guarantee of a quota ensuring the year-round import of seven essential commodities as the neighbouring country has shown interest and bilateral negotiations are progressing for signing an associated agreement. 

Getting a grip on the Bangladesh development narrative

The book poses a number of questions: which factors have contributed to Bangladesh’s growth?

Which businesses can remain open after 8pm?

Secretary to the Ministry of Labour and Employment has said everything except for the following establishments must be closed after 8pm from tomorrow:

'TCB cardholders to get oil at Tk 110 per litre from June'

The Trading Corporation of Bangladesh (TCB) will resume selling edible oil at Tk 110 a litre to one crore TCB cardholder families in June, Senior Commerce Secretary Tapan Kanti Ghosh said today.

EU parliamentarians praise Bangladesh’s commitment to tackle child labour, workplace safety

Members of European Parliament (MEPs) have warmly praised Bangladesh’s determination to meet its commitment to International Labour Organisation (ILO) standards.

February 27, 2020
February 27, 2020

Bangladesh for more trade, investment with US: industries minister

Bangladesh is keen to engage in more bilateral trade and investment with US in the coming days for benefit of both countries, Industries Minister Nurul Majid Mahmud Humayun says.

August 6, 2017
August 6, 2017

PM for boosting trade with EU countries

​Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina puts emphasis on boosting trade and investment between Bangladesh and European Union (EU) member states.

July 20, 2017
July 20, 2017

Ctg, Benapole ports to stay open 24/7

The government yesterday decided to keep Benapole and Chittagong ports operational 24 hours a day, seven days a week from next

June 13, 2016
June 13, 2016

Why do some countries trade more than others?

Heoretically, trade liberalisation results in productivity gains through increased competition, efficiency, innovation and acquisition of new technology.

March 3, 2016
March 3, 2016

Facebook wildlife trade prompts fears among environmentalists

Wildlife monitoring network Traffic finds hundreds of protected animals for sale on Facebook groups in Malaysia, including sun bears, gibbons, and binturongs, also known as bearcats.

November 30, 2015
November 30, 2015

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.

October 11, 2015
October 11, 2015

WB official meets Muhith, talks $1.9bn financing

A senior World Bank official has met Finance Minister AMA Muhith in Peru and discussed a new financing scheme of $1.9 billion.

September 29, 2015
September 29, 2015

Raul Castro calls for US to lift trade embargo

Cuban President Raul Castro has told the UN that normal relations with the US will only be possible if America takes a number of measures including the abolition of its trade embargo.

August 11, 2015
August 11, 2015

US congresswoman supports Dhaka’s trade preferences

US congresswoman Carolyn B. Maloney supports Bangladesh's persistent call for restoration of trade benefits for exports to the US market.

August 10, 2015
August 10, 2015

Bangladesh, Vietnam eye extending ties in security

President Abdul Hamid today meets his Vietnam counterpart Truong Tan Sang and discusses security, connectivity, trade, investment, tourism and culture.