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Indian MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal confirms invitations to PM Tarique Rahman for bilateral visit and BRICS Summit outreach. No clarity on timing or conditions. Dhaka-Delhi tensions over Sheikh Hasina factor.
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Bangladesh-Saudi bilateral air entitlement rises from 49 to 84 weekly passenger flights per side, plus 21 cargo flights, fifth-freedom rights to Europe, and direct Saudi services to Chattogram and Sylhet. Fleet capacity remains the bottleneck for Biman.
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Bangladesh and Australia reaffirm stronger cooperation in trade, skills, research. Commerce Minister Muktadir met Australian HC Susan Ryle. Topics: trade negotiation, research, education, agriculture, investment. Regional hub planned.
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Bangladesh proposed importing gas from Myanmar via pipeline. Myanmar has 22 tcf reserves but produces 1.5 bcf/day (down from 2 bcf in 2016). Arakan Army controls border. Rohingya crisis complicates diplomacy. Pipeline proposal from 1997 revived.
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The United Kingdom has reaffirmed its commitment to provide up to £2 billion in financing through UK Export Finance (UKEF), strengthening bilateral trade that reached £4.5 billion in 2025.
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US Special Envoy Sergio Gor concluded his three-day Bangladesh visit, pledging stronger strategic and economic ties. Meetings with PM Tarique Rahman and Foreign Minister covered trade, investment, and Rohingya support.
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Bangladesh-Japan EPA eliminates tariffs on 91% of garment export lines, creating new opportunities for RMG exporters in the $1.5 billion Japanese market. Key sectors and benefits analyzed.
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An Indian parliamentary committee chaired by Shashi Tharoor has called for a diplomatic reset with Bangladesh, urging deeper engagement with PM Tarique Rahman's administration while addressing concerns over China's growing footprint including Mongla Port and RCEP accession.
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Bangladesh and the United States have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations during US Special Envoy Sergio Gor's three-day visit to Dhaka. Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman described the discussions as very fruitful, covering trade, energy, and development cooperation.
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China firmly opposes new US forced labour tariffs of 10% and 12.5% imposed on 60 trading partners including Bangladesh (10%) and China (12.5%). Beijing calls the move unilateralism and protectionism, urges Washington to remove the measures.
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After more than a decade of war, Syria is rebuilding its textile industry. At Nas Tex 2026, 300+ companies from 20 countries explored investment opportunities. With 24,000 textile establishments (only 56.8% operating) and Chinese investment returning, Syria aims to reclaim its position as a major Middle East textile producer.
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French fashion retailer Celio has opened a new sourcing office in Dhaka, with BGMEA leadership attending the inauguration ceremony. The move signals growing European mid-market brand interest in direct Bangladesh sourcing.