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28 news articles tagged with "BKMEA"

Policy & Regulation ★ Editor's Pick Sep 22, 2026

Fuel Price Hike To Raise Business Costs At Uncomfortable Time For Bangladesh: Md Fazlul Hoque

Writing in Prothom Alo, Md Fazlul Hoque argues the fuel price increase comes at the worst possible moment for Bangladesh's economy, with businesses already squeezed by inflation, falling sales and rising operating costs.

RMG & Textile ★ Editor's Pick Sep 22, 2026

How a Bangladeshi Garment Maker Beats West Asia Energy Crunch With Solar Power

A Reuters dispatch from Savar finds that 4A Yarn Dyeing's multi-source energy strategy — solar, own gas and diesel — has kept production running while 55% of knitwear factories surveyed report buyer cancellations due to power shortages.

RMG & Textile ★ Editor's Pick Sep 03, 2026

Energy Crisis Squeezes Bangladesh Apparel Margins as Christmas Airlift Looms

Bangladesh RMG exporters fear expensive airfreight and buyer discounts as gas crisis delays Christmas shipments, with factories running diesel generators at 30-35% production loss, while sea freight at 30-35 cents/kg vs air cargo at $3.50-5.30/kg.

RMG & Textile ★ Editor's Pick Sep 03, 2026

Over 400 RMG Factories Shut Down in Bangladesh in 3 Years: Commerce Minister

Commerce Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir tells parliament 282 BGMEA and 120 BKMEA member factories closed between July 2023 and June 2026 due to global conflicts, domestic instability, rising energy costs and buyer reluctance.

Policy & Regulation ★ Editor's Pick Aug 31, 2026

Entrepreneurs Seek Clear Roadmap for Smooth Bangladesh LDC Graduation

FBCCI consultation calls for sector-specific action plans for SMEs, agriculture, pharmaceuticals and other key industries, with business leaders warning that LDC graduation will pose intellectual property and trade preference challenges.

Trade & Commerce ★ Editor's Pick Aug 31, 2026

Bangladesh Imports From India Rise to $10.96 Billion, Exports Remain Unchanged

Bangladesh's imports from India rose to $10.96 billion in FY26 from $9.62 billion a year earlier, while exports to India stood at $1.75 billion - widening the trade gap despite land port restrictions and political tensions.

Trade & Commerce Aug 15, 2026

Trump White House Report Accuses Bangladesh of China Tariff Evasion via Transshipment

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.

RMG & Textile Aug 06, 2026

LPP Suspends $700 Million Bangladesh Garment Orders: Police Harassment Dispute

Polish buyer LPP suspended $700M in annual garment orders from Bangladesh after police harassment of officials. FES Retail owes $40M. Ensa Clothing filed High Court case. LPP letters to BGMEA, BKMEA, BGBA. Suspension July 31.

RMG & Textile Aug 05, 2026

BGMEA, BTMA, BKMEA Recommend 370 Factories for Tk 60,000 Crore Stimulus

Three apparel trade bodies recommended 370 closed/struggling factories for Tk 60,000cr stimulus. BGMEA: 140, BTMA: 130, BKMEA: 100. Third-party audited. BTMA President warns stringent conditions may limit access.

Trade & Commerce Aug 04, 2026

Md Fazlul Hoque Appointed FBCCI Administrator: 120-Day Election Mandate

Md Fazlul Hoque appointed FBCCI administrator by Commerce Ministry. Former BKMEA President and Plummy Fashions MD. Must conduct free, fair election within 120 days. Replaces Md Abdur Rahim Khan effective June 27.

Logistics & Shipping Jul 26, 2026

Bangladesh Gas Supply at Risk as Damaged FSRU Repair Could Take a Week

Bangladesh faces gas supply uncertainty as the damaged Floating Storage and Regasification Unit (FSRU) may take at least a week for even partial repair. The government hopes to resume partial operations within a week.

RMG & Textile Jul 21, 2026

BKMEA President Charts AI and Sustainability as Future Pillars at BAYLA Summit 2026

BKMEA President Mohammad Hatem highlighted AI, sustainability, and future leadership as key pillars for Bangladesh knitwear industry at the BAYLA Future Summit 2026.

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