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9 news articles tagged with "Chittagong Port"

Economy & Finance ★ Editor's Pick Jul 24, 2026

Bangladesh Trade Deficit Widens 24% to $23.98 Billion as Exports Fall and Capital Imports Slump

Bangladesh's trade deficit surged nearly 24 percent to $23.98 billion in FY 2025-26 as exports fell and capital machinery imports dropped 10.68%. A record $35.5 billion in remittances cushioned the external sector from severe distress.

Logistics & Shipping ★ Editor's Pick Aug 02, 2026

Bangladesh Export Freight Costs Triple as Mideast Conflict and Shipping Lines Squeeze Bookings

Bangladesh's export sector faces sharply higher ocean freight rates as Mideast conflict chokes shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Freight to the Middle East tripled to $6,000 per container, while US-bound rates jumped to $11,400. Shipping lines are cutting Bangladesh bookings.

Policy & Regulation ★ Editor's Pick Aug 01, 2026

PM Tarique Rahman Pledges Dedicated Industrial FSRU and 14-Day Business Approvals

PM Tarique Rahman has pledged a dedicated FSRU for industrial gas supply, 14-day business approvals, 24/7 customs at Chattogram Port, and e-visas for investors. The announcements came at a meeting with business leaders targeting $100 billion exports by 2030.

Logistics & Shipping Jul 19, 2026

Bangladesh's Aviation Sector Embarks on Billion-Dollar Fleet Expansion as Third Terminal Nears Completion

Bangladesh's commercial aviation industry is undergoing its largest-ever fleet expansion, with local airlines planning to grow their combined fleet to 91 aircraft by 2027 — a billion-dollar investment spree timed to coincide with the opening of the new third terminal at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport.

Logistics & Shipping Jul 17, 2026

Saudi Arabia Signals Interest in Investing in Bangladesh Logistics and Port Sector

Saudi Arabia has signaled strong interest in investing in Bangladesh's logistics and port infrastructure, as the two countries explore deeper economic cooperation in trade, shipping, and supply chain development.

Logistics & Shipping Jun 29, 2026

BGMEA and World Bank Discuss Digitalization of Bangladesh Port and Maritime Trade Logistics

BGMEA and a World Bank Mission delegation held a bilateral meeting on June 29, 2026 at the BGMEA Complex in Uttara to discuss the digitalization of Bangladesh's port and maritime trade logistics. The agenda focused on enhancing seaport capacity, modernizing customs clearance, and reducing RMG export lead times.

Trade & Commerce Aug 01, 2026

Importers Blamed for 80 Percent of Port Clearance Delays at Chattogram Despite Automation

A CCH review reveals importers account for 80% of port clearance delays at Chattogram, with AEO green channel consignments taking 271 hours. Customs automation benefits are being limited by importer-side delays.

Diplomacy & Trade Missions Jul 30, 2026

Indian Parliamentary Panel Calls for Diplomatic Reset with Bangladesh Amid China Concerns

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.

Logistics & Shipping Jul 30, 2026

Over 55 Percent of Bangladesh Waterways Non-Functional, DCCI Warns Amid Logistics Cost Crisis

More than 55% of Bangladesh's rivers and canals have lost functionality, forcing 77% of freight onto roads. DCCI President Taskeen Ahmed says waterway transport costs 55-60% less than road, urging revival of circular waterways.

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