Tag: Trade Policy

38 news articles tagged with "Trade Policy"

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

Bangladesh Businesses Need 31 Licences and 650 Days to Launch, BUILD Study Reveals

A BUILD study reveals that Bangladeshi businesses in some sectors need up to 31 licences, 235+ documents, and 650 days to start operations. The study proposes a Single Digital Business Identity Number and one-stop licensing platform to reduce compliance costs by 30-50%.

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.

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.

Agriculture & Food ★ Editor's Pick Jul 25, 2026

Bangladesh Tea Sector in Crisis: Government Taskforce Prescribes 59 Sweeping Reforms

Bangladesh's tea industry is under mounting financial strain with exports down 79% since 2002 and production costs up 78.31% over the past decade. A government taskforce has prescribed 59 recommendations across 8 priority areas including cheaper credit, tax cuts, debt restructuring, and replanting.

Policy & Regulation ★ Editor's Pick Jul 25, 2026

Bangladesh Raises Cash Incentive on Local Yarn Usage from 1.5% to 5% to Revive Textile Sector

The Bangladesh government has increased the cash incentive for export-oriented factories using locally produced yarn from 1.5% to 5%, replacing bonded warehouse and duty drawback facilities. The Tk 35 billion move aims to curb yarn imports from India and revive the struggling textile sector.

Policy & Regulation ★ Editor's Pick Jul 15, 2026

Dhaka Seeks Three-Year Deferral of LDC Graduation Citing Economic Risks

Bangladesh has requested a deferral of its LDC graduation from 2026 to 2029, with a government report warning that an immediate exit could deepen economic challenges around market access and competitiveness.

Economy & Finance ★ Editor's Pick Jul 09, 2026

EPB Charts Ambitious $66 Billion Export Roadmap for Bangladesh FY27

The Export Promotion Bureau has proposed a $66 billion export target for FY2027, splitting it between $58 billion in goods and $8 billion in services, as Bangladesh pushes to diversify beyond readymade garments.

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

Trump's New Tariff Wave: What Bangladesh Exporters Must Know

President Trump's latest tariffs of 10-12.5% on 60 countries over forced labor concerns mark just the beginning of a broader trade strategy. Bangladesh faces a 10% duty effective July 24, with more probes into excess capacity and IP theft on the horizon.

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

Bangladesh Targets $63.4 Billion in Exports for FY27 Despite Global Headwinds

The Bangladesh government has set an ambitious $63.4 billion export target for FY2026-27, representing 15% growth over the previous year. Economists and industry leaders warn the goal may be difficult to achieve amid US tariffs, energy shortages, and sluggish global demand.

Policy & Regulation ★ Editor's Pick Jul 24, 2026

US Slaps 10% Tariff on Bangladesh Garments Citing Forced Labour Concerns

The United States has imposed a 10 percent tariff on imports from Bangladesh effective July 24, 2026, citing insufficient action against forced labour in supply chains. The duty raises total US tariff on Bangladeshi garments to 25.62%, but Bangladesh retains a competitive edge over China, Vietnam, and Thailand who face the higher 12.5% rate.

Policy & Regulation ★ Editor's Pick Jun 04, 2026

Washington Slaps 10% Tariff on Dhaka as Reciprocal Trade Deal Signed

The United States has imposed a 10% tariff on Bangladeshi exports, prompting Dhaka to sign a reciprocal trade agreement designed to limit the downside for apparel and other key shipments.

Trade & Commerce Jul 26, 2026

India Continues Trade Deal Talks with US After New 10% Tariff Imposed

India said it would continue engaging with the US to conclude a bilateral trade agreement after Washington imposed a 10% tariff on Indian imports. The duty is lower than the proposed 12.5% and excludes key sectors.

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