CPD Admits Factual Error in Bangladesh Factory Closure Data, Issues Correction
The Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD) has acknowledged a factual error in its factory closure data, issuing a correction after the statistics drew significant attention.
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Ctg Customs Recovery From False Import Declarations Jumps 83.6 Percent
Chattogram Customs House seized 467 consignments and filed 270 cases over suspected false declarations in Q1 FY27, recovering Tk 58.2 crore as enforcement jumped 83.6 percent year on year.
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Bangladesh RMG Export Growth Faces Rising Costs and Stiffer Global Competition
Bangladesh garment exports rose 11% to $10.10 billion in April-June 2026, but the central bank warns of rising production costs and intensifying competition from rival exporting countries.
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Bangladesh to Retain Duty-Free Market Access to UK After LDC Graduation
UK High Commission letter dated 19 August 2026 confirms Bangladesh retains duty-free access to 92% of UK goods after LDC graduation, with relaxed rules of origin for garment exporters.
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Bangladesh Cuts or Waives Minimum Tax on Business Turnover to Support Enterprises
Bangladesh government has cut or waived the minimum tax on business turnover, aiming to reduce the financial burden on enterprises facing economic headwinds.
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Bangladesh and KOICA Sign $13 Million Grant to Foster AI Technology Experts
Bangladesh and KOICA signed a $13 million grant agreement to develop technology experts with a focus on AI, implemented by Hi-Tech Park Authority from 2026 to 2029.
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Bangladesh RMG Net Earnings Rebound 10% in April-June 2026 Amid Energy Cost Pressures
Bangladesh Bank's Q4 FY26 review shows net RMG exports rose 10.38% QoQ to $6.23 billion, driven by knitwear, but full-year growth was just 0.96% as gas shortages and EU-Vietnam FTAs loom.
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DSE Turnover Plunges 58% to Tk 507 Crore in 15 Sessions as Liquidity Crisis Deepens
Dhaka Stock Exchange turnover plunged 58.13% from Tk 1,211 crore to Tk 507 crore in 15 trading sessions as weak liquidity, gas crisis, and investor uncertainty grip the market.
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Bangladesh Apparel Sector Needs Worker-Centred Plan for Green Transition: Stakeholders
Speakers at a Chattogram dialogue call for worker-centred just energy transition framework, with reskilling, social protection and trade union rights integrated into green factory modernisation plans.
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Bangladesh Import Regime Lays Groundwork for Free Trade Zones and Central Bonded Warehouses
Import Policy Order 2026-2029 introduces free trade zones and central bonded warehouses, aiming to position Bangladesh as a regional trade and re-export hub ahead of LDC graduation.
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Bangladesh Economy Shows Stabilisation Signs But Macroeconomic Stress Persists: MCCI
Bangladesh economy showed signs of stabilisation during April-June FY26 with GDP growth at 4.14%, but inflation above 9% and weak export performance remain challenges, MCCI reports.
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Bangladesh New Import Policy 2026-2029 Eases Industrial Imports for Expatriate Investors
Import Policy Order 2026-2029 formally defines expatriate Bangladeshi investors and eases capital machinery imports, with modern payment methods aligned to Bangladesh Bank forex rules.
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Sammilito Islami Bank Depositors Can Withdraw Principal From September 1: Bangladesh Bank
Bangladesh Bank has announced that depositors of Sammilito Islami Bank can withdraw principal amounts from September 1, 2026, with the governor assuring no profit haircut.