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222 news articles tagged with "Bangladesh Bank"

Diplomacy & Trade Missions ★ Editor's Pick Sep 07, 2026

US Keen on Investing in Bangladesh LNG Storage and FSRU Projects: Ambassador

US Ambassador Christensen expressed interest in Bangladesh FSRU projects, stressing transparent competitive environment. 117 LNG cargoes agreed from US over 13 years. Commerce Minister Muktadir: US proposals get highest priority.

Logistics & Shipping ★ Editor's Pick Sep 07, 2026

Petrobangla Loosens Rules to Attract More Spot LNG Suppliers for Bangladesh

Petrobangla sharply eased entry requirements for new spot LNG suppliers as Bangladesh faces severe gas shortages. Experience threshold cut to 1 contract, financial requirement halved to $50M. August supply at 2,235 mmcfd — lowest in a decade.

Economy & Finance ★ Editor's Pick Sep 07, 2026

Bangladesh Inflation Falls to 10-Month Low of 8.26% in August 2026

Bangladesh inflation eased to 8.26% in August 2026 — a 10-month low — driven by lower food inflation, but wage growth at 8.05% continues to lag, squeezing real incomes.

RMG & Textile ★ Editor's Pick Sep 07, 2026

How Bangladesh Can Regain Second Position in Global Garment Exports from Vietnam

Vietnam overtook Bangladesh as second-largest garment exporter through dynamic competitive advantage. Bangladesh must rationalise synthetic fibre tariffs, pursue FTAs, automate ports, and move beyond CMT production to regain position.

Economy & Finance ★ Editor's Pick Sep 07, 2026

Bangladesh Govt Successfully Services Foreign Debt Amid Legacy Loan Strains

Bangladesh government successfully serviced $453.23M in foreign debt in July 2026 amid legacy loan pressures from previous government's mega projects. FY2025-26 debt servicing reached $4.49B, up 10% year-on-year.

Agriculture & Food ★ Editor's Pick Sep 07, 2026

Bangladesh Potato Exports Halve as Mideast War Drives Up Shipping Costs Fourfold

Bangladesh potato exports nearly halved in FY2025-26 as Middle East war pushed container freight rates fourfold from $2,500 to $10,000. Exports fell 49% to 20,604 tonnes, earnings dropped 37.8% to $8.89M.

Policy & Regulation ★ Editor's Pick Sep 07, 2026

Bangladesh Govt Aims to Raise Creative Economy to 3% of GDP: Finance Minister Khosru

Bangladesh government targets 3% GDP share for creative economy through skills training, design and marketing support. Finance Minister Khosru cites Thailand model. Karmasangsthan Bank launches micro-enterprise fund.

Diplomacy & Trade Missions ★ Editor's Pick Sep 07, 2026

Bangladesh and Vietnam Outline Strategic Economic Targets: $2 Billion Trade Goal

Bangladesh and Vietnam outlined strategic economic targets including $2 billion bilateral trade goal during farewell meeting between Ambassador Lutfor Rahman and Vietnam President Tô Lâm.

Policy & Regulation ★ Editor's Pick Sep 06, 2026

Economy Cannot Function by Shutting Down Companies: Finance Minister Amir Khosru

Finance Minister Amir Khosru told Parliament the economy must run on law, not emotion, defending Bangladesh Bank's decision to allow S. Alam Group companies to continue operations while owners face trial.

Economy & Finance ★ Editor's Pick Sep 06, 2026

Sammilito Islami Bank Readies Tk5,000cr as Withdrawal Hits Tk4,000cr in 4 Days

Sammilito Islamic Bank readies Tk5,000 crore to refund depositors as 74,221 customers apply to withdraw Tk3,925 crore in 4 days — far below expectations, signalling customer trust.

Economy & Finance ★ Editor's Pick Sep 06, 2026

Bangladesh Per Capita Debt Stands at Tk 1.29 Lakh as of March: Finance Minister

Bangladesh's per capita debt has reached Tk 1.29 lakh as of March 2026, Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury disclosed in Parliament, pledging disciplined debt management.

Economy & Finance ★ Editor's Pick Sep 06, 2026

Six Bangladesh State Banks Pile Up Tk 1.47 Trillion in Bad Loans: Finance Minister

Bangladesh's six state-owned commercial banks accumulated Tk 1.47 trillion in non-performing loans as of June 30, 2026, Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury disclosed in Parliament.

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