Breaking news, industry insights, policy updates, and market intelligence on Bangladesh's export economy — RMG, pharmaceuticals, leather, jute, agriculture, and emerging sectors. Curated for trade professionals, exporters, buyers, and policymakers.
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EPB data shows Bangladesh handicraft exports fell to $32.13 million in FY26 from $37.68 million in FY25, with weak global demand, rising input costs, reduced cash incentives, and competition from mechanised Indian and Chinese producers cited.
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AmeriBangla Corporation launches CottonPort, Bangladesh's first digital raw cotton market, at The Westin Dhaka, connecting local spinning mills directly with US cotton farmers to bypass middlemen and target 1,600 containers monthly by 2028.
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UK High Commission letter dated 19 August 2026 confirms Bangladesh retains duty-free access to 92% of UK goods after LDC graduation, with relaxed rules of origin for garment exporters.
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Unilever is restructuring its business, shedding food assets and focusing on beauty and personal care, as the traditional conglomerate model faces pressure from investors seeking focused companies.
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Import Policy Order 2026-2029 introduces free trade zones and central bonded warehouses, aiming to position Bangladesh as a regional trade and re-export hub ahead of LDC graduation.
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Import Policy Order 2026-2029 formally defines expatriate Bangladeshi investors and eases capital machinery imports, with modern payment methods aligned to Bangladesh Bank forex rules.
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Bangladesh and India discuss lifting yarn import restrictions through land ports, reopening border haats. Bilateral trade ~$13B. Commerce Minister Muktadir met Indian HC Trivedi. Joint task force proposed. Multi-source: FE+PA.
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Chattogram customs to auction 442 containers (2.4 lakh tonnes, Tk 9,000cr) abandoned at port for years. 18% of port capacity occupied. E-auction Aug 27-Sep 16. Goods from 2013-2024 include chemicals, machinery, fabrics.
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HSBC Bangladesh launches 10th Export Excellence Awards at Pan Pacific Sonargaon Dhaka, urging diversification beyond RMG. Four categories: RMG ($100m+), backward linkage ($50m+), non-traditional manufacturing ($10m+), services ($5m+). Deadline 20 Sep 2026.
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Commerce Minister Muktadir calls for integrated efforts to develop textile and jute sectors. Zhejiang Sci-Tech University symposium at JDPC Dhaka. AI and modern technology emphasis. RMG exports $38-39 billion.
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FBCCI calls for joint Chinese investment in food processing, pharma, jute, renewable energy to narrow $20B trade gap. Bangladesh exports below $1B to China annually. CCPIT delegation meets FBCCI.
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Trump White House report accuses Bangladesh and 40 nations of helping China evade US tariffs via transshipment. BGMEA President Mahmud Hasan Khan and BKMEA President Mohammad Hatem reject allegation citing 96% FOB export model.