Tag: Export Diversification

10 news articles tagged with "Export Diversification"

Investment & FDI ★ Editor's Pick Aug 02, 2026

FICCI President Calls for Predictable Policies to Attract $15 Billion FDI to Bangladesh

FICCI President Rupali Chowdhury has called for predictable policies, better logistics, and reliable energy to attract FDI, revealing Bangladesh's FDI-to-GDP ratio is just 0.29% compared to Vietnam's 4.23%. FICCI targets $15 billion annual FDI by 2030.

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

Bangladesh Urged to Continue LDC Graduation Preparation Despite Potential Three-Year Deferral

Bangladesh must continue preparing for LDC graduation even if the transition is deferred by a few years, CPD economist Mustafizur Rahman has warned. The UNGA is scheduled to decide on Bangladesh's deferral request in September 2026.

Economy & Finance ★ Editor's Pick Jul 30, 2026

Extreme Heat Costs Bangladesh $1.8 Billion and 465,000 Jobs Annually, World Bank Reports

A World Bank report reveals that extreme heat costs Bangladesh an estimated $1.3-1.8 billion annually, wiping out 465,000 full-time jobs in Dhaka. The RMG sector faces a $65.8 billion export earnings threat by 2030 if heat stress goes unaddressed.

Investment & FDI ★ Editor's Pick Jul 28, 2026

Turkish Sanko Group Commits $300 Million to Build Integrated Textile Facility in Bangladesh Mirsarai

Turkish textile manufacturer Sanko Group has announced a $300 million investment to build an integrated textile manufacturing facility in Bangladesh's Mirsarai industrial zone, following a meeting with Commerce Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir on July 28, 2026.

Trade & Commerce ★ Editor's Pick Jul 26, 2026

Bangladesh Must Diversify Exports Beyond RMG to Regain Competitive Edge

Bangladesh's export competitiveness faces mounting challenges as RMG dominance creates structural vulnerability. With exports falling 5% in 2025, the country must diversify into pharmaceuticals, electronics, and light engineering while modernizing ports and energy infrastructure.

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

Bangladesh to Sign Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement with South Korea on August 4

Bangladesh and South Korea will sign a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) in Dhaka on August 4, 2026, granting duty-free market access to most Bangladeshi products including garments, as the country secures its second full trade pact after the Japan EPA signed in February.

RMG & Textile Jul 30, 2026

Bangladesh RMG Sector Must Build Own Brands to Move Beyond Manufacturing Hub Status

Bangladesh's RMG sector must develop its own brands to move from a low-cost manufacturing hub to a recognized fashion origin, says Mohiuddin Rubel, founder of Bangladesh Apparel Voice. Strong local brands would deliver higher value addition and reduce dependence on foreign buyers.

Investment & FDI Jul 29, 2026

Bangladesh Cabinet Approves Tk 3.35 Billion Infrastructure for Mirsarai Special Economic Zone

The Cabinet Committee on Government Purchase has approved two infrastructure contracts worth Tk 3.35 billion under BEZA for the National Special Economic Zone in Mirsarai, Chattogram, including Tk 1.23 billion for roads and Tk 2.12 billion for power networks.

Agriculture & Food Jul 26, 2026

PM Tarique Rahman Pledges Full Government Support to Revive Bangladesh Tea Industry

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has assured the tea industry of full government cooperation, pledging loan easing, low-interest credit, and solar power generation on uncultivable tea garden land. A committee will be formed to identify and resolve the sector's problems.

Trade & Commerce Jul 26, 2026

Walton Signs Distributorship Deal to Export Made-in-Bangladesh Tech to Libya

Walton Hi-Tech Industries has signed a 3-year global distributorship agreement with Libya-based ASR Al Techniyah to export refrigerators, TVs, ACs, and washing machines to the North African market, marking another step in Walton's international expansion strategy.

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