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⚖️ Policy & Regulation
Bangladesh has introduced automated Account Verification System for savings certificates and bonds, with 9 of 11 national savings schemes now processed automatically for 39 lakh+ customers.
👕 RMG & Textile
Alliance Knit Composite Ltd (AKCL) in Ashulia laid off 565 workers effective August 8. Factory cites order slump and banking issues. 3,000 total workers. Section 20 Bangladesh Labour Act. Labour federation demands reinstatement.
⚖️ Policy & Regulation
Bangladesh govt approved direct purchase of 8 LNG cargoes from 4 companies: Blackcube (UK), Global Fuel (Australia), Plentitude (Malaysia), Vitol (Switzerland). Also 5,000 tonnes LPG from Speed Group. DPM chosen for quick supply.
🌏 Diplomacy & Trade Missions
Bangladesh and Australia reaffirm stronger cooperation in trade, skills, research. Commerce Minister Muktadir met Australian HC Susan Ryle. Topics: trade negotiation, research, education, agriculture, investment. Regional hub planned.
📊 Economy & Finance
Bangladesh Bank MPC says tight monetary policy harming recovery. Rate cut to 9.5% recommended. Inflation driven by structural factors: food supply, energy prices, market inefficiencies. Global inflation normalising.
💼 Investment & FDI
BIDA chief says policy uncertainty hurting investment confidence. Investors cite lack of policy continuity and political stability. FY27 budget opportunity. ICT and renewable energy priority. Gas and power shortages acknowledged.
👕 RMG & Textile
Guardian Life Insurance and BKMEA partner for knitwear workers. Tk 250 annual premium. Life insurance, telemedicine, 500+ hospital discounts. Covers workers and families. BKMEA President Mohammad Hatem signed MoU.
📊 Economy & Finance
Gold hits 7-week peak. Spot gold $4,254.98 (+0.2%), highest since June 18. US futures $4,312.80. Biggest daily gain since February. Iran-Oman Hormuz agreement progress driving optimism.
⚖️ Policy & Regulation
Bangladesh govt drafts revised Gold Policy 2026. Commerce Minister Muktadir seeks feedback by Aug 10. Bajus president Enamul Haque Khan attends. Policy aims to formalise gold trade and reduce smuggling.
📊 Economy & Finance
Oil prices slip as Iran cites progress with Oman on Hormuz agreement. Brent down 0.42% to $79.12. WTI down 0.56% to $74.80. Iran-Oman reach understanding on shipping route. Joint announcement being finalised.
💡 Tech & Innovation
Bangladesh draft cyber security strategy shifts focus to AI threats. 5-year roadmap. 20,000 cyber security workforce target. Critical digital infrastructure protection. National Cyber Security Agency with ICT Division.
🤝 Trade & Commerce
FBCCI says Korea CEPA will boost Bangladesh exports. 97% products duty-free. Bilateral trade $1.39B. Bangladesh exports $492M, imports $903M. Korea imports $12B apparel annually, Bangladesh has 3% share. RMG biggest beneficiary.
👕 RMG & Textile
Over 20% of Bangladesh garment factories declared a three-day break around August 5 holiday. Workers rushing home. BGMEA Senior VP Inamul Haq Khan: bridge holidays common, gas shortage also a factor.