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139 news articles tagged with "Trade Policy"

Tech & Innovation Aug 26, 2026

BRAC University Launches Centre for Energy and Logistics to Address Bangladesh Infrastructure Challenges

BRAC University has launched the Centre for Energy and Logistics (CEL), an interdisciplinary platform focusing on education, research, and policy engagement in energy and logistics sectors critical to Bangladesh.

Trade & Commerce Aug 26, 2026

Death of the Consumer Conglomerate? Unilever Bets Less Is More in Global Strategy Shift

Unilever is restructuring its business, shedding food assets and focusing on beauty and personal care, as the traditional conglomerate model faces pressure from investors seeking focused companies.

Economy & Finance Aug 26, 2026

Meghna Bank Raises Tk 400 Crore Through Subordinated Bond to Strengthen Capital Base

Meghna Bank has received BSEC approval to raise Tk 400 crore through a 7-year subordinated bond, strengthening its Tier-II capital base under Basel III framework.

Economy & Finance Aug 25, 2026

Bangladesh Bank Grants S Alam SS Power Special LC Permission Despite Loan Default

Bangladesh Bank has granted special permission to SS Power-1 Limited, owned by S Alam Group, to open LCs via Rupali Bank with 100% cash margin, despite the company being a loan defaulter exceeding Tk 2.25 trillion.

Trade & Commerce Aug 03, 2026

US-Bangladesh Trade Deal: $15B Energy, Tariff Cut to 19%

Bangladesh signs Agreement on Reciprocal Trade with the US, securing 19% tariff rate but committing to $15B energy purchases, Boeing aircraft, and policy constraints on defence procurement.

Economy & Finance Jul 28, 2026

S&P Revises Bangladesh Outlook to Negative Citing Banking Sector Weakness

S&P Global has revised its long-term outlook on Bangladesh to negative from stable, citing persistent weakness in the domestic banking sector, fiscal constraints, and elevated risks from volatile global energy markets. The agency projected annual GDP growth to average 4.5 percent over the next three years, well below the government's recent growth targets.

Diplomacy & Trade Missions Jul 27, 2026

China Opposes US Forced Labour Tariffs on 60 Trading Partners Including Bangladesh

China firmly opposes new US forced labour tariffs of 10% and 12.5% imposed on 60 trading partners including Bangladesh (10%) and China (12.5%). Beijing calls the move unilateralism and protectionism, urges Washington to remove the measures.

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.

Policy & Regulation Jul 25, 2026

Bangladesh Must Build Stronger Chemical Industry to Cut $6.2 Billion Import Bill, DCCI Urges

Bangladesh imported $6.2 billion worth of chemicals in FY25 (up 17.8%), with textiles, pharma, and leather heavily dependent on imports. DCCI seminar calls for developing a strong domestic chemical industry to reduce import dependence and improve export competitiveness.

Policy & Regulation Jul 24, 2026

Bangladesh Commerce Minister Says New US Tariffs Will Have No Fresh Impact

Commerce Minister Khandaker Abdul Muktadir said the latest US tariff measures on Bangladesh would not create any new impact, as the 10% tariff rate remains unchanged despite being introduced under a different legal name. He also confirmed no plan to increase fuel prices.

Policy & Regulation Jul 24, 2026

Bangladesh Bank Maintains Export Cash Incentives for 43 Sectors in FY2026-27

Bangladesh Bank has kept export cash incentive rates unchanged for 43 specified export items in FY2026-27, with rates ranging from 0.30% to 10%, providing stability for exporters.

Economy & Finance Jul 23, 2026

Bangladesh Bank Overhauls Export Development Fund with SOFR-Based Pricing

Bangladesh Bank has issued a comprehensive Master Circular for the Export Development Fund (EDF), consolidating multiple previous circulars and adopting SOFR-based pricing to align with global financial standards.

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