Govt permits Import of Indian onions through Hili
The government has given permission to import 150 tonnes of onions from India through Hili Land Port in Dinajpur to check spiral hike in price...
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Resolution of domestic bottlenecks to boost FY26 export target
Resolving domestic bottlenecks, including energy shortages, customs delays, and improving the business environment, is crucial to achieving Bangladesh鈥檚 ambitious export target for the financial year 2025-26, exporters said...
Green shipbuilding focused for export diversification
Industries Adviser Adilur Rahman Khan today said that the green shipbuilding industry could become the country鈥檚 next forex giant after the ready-made garment sector...
Swiss economy slows after pre-tariff export rush
Switzerland鈥檚 economic growth slowed sharply in the second quarter as exports fell after companies rushed to stockpile goods ahead of steep new US tariffs, official data showed Friday...
Ctg-Dhaka fuel supply thru pipeline begins Saturday
The country is set to formally launch its first-ever underground pipeline-based fuel transportation facility from Chattogram to Dhaka on Saturday...
Boosting RMG, export diversification stressed
Speakers at a meeting on Thursday underscored the need for export diversification, enhancing productivity and competitiveness to withstand future trade challenges and maintain global market access alongside framing proactive policies to build resilience...
Bangladesh to stay as top cotton importer
Bangladesh, the second-largest exporter of readymade garment items, is poised to remain the world鈥檚 largest raw cotton importer in the marketing year 2025-26, said the US Department of Agriculture...
Bangladesh sets export target of $63.5b for FY26
The government has set a target to ensure shipment of US$63.5 billion for the current fiscal year 2025-26, 16.5 per cent higher than the overall receipt in the previous fiscal year 2024-25.
Lack of awareness hurdle to ensuring traceability: experts
Lack of awareness about digital product passports, the latest European Union regulations and circular supply chains among the country鈥檚 manufacturers, especially small and medium-sized ones, is a significant challenge in ensuring traceability of exportable goods, said experts...
BGMEA seeks data on losses in NBR protests
The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association urged its members to submit details of financial losses caused by the 鈥榗omplete shutdown鈥� programme observed by employees of the customs, VAT, and tax departments...
Chinese co to invest $40m more in BEPZA EZ
Chinese investor Kaixi Group has once again chosen BEPZA Economic Zone as its preferred destination for expansion, signing a new agreement on Monday to invest $40.05 million in a garments and related accessories manufacturing industry...
Yet another extension for probe report submission deadline
The deadline for submission of the probe report in a case filed over the murder of journalist couple Sagar Sarowar and Meherun Runi in 2012 has been extended for the 120th time...
Transport leaders call off strike as govt to review demands聽
The government appears to have backed down again on its plans over outdated vehicles as it would review the road transport leaders鈥� demand for raising the economic life of commercial vehicles.
Axentec to conduct study for providing Robi鈥檚 5G services at Ctg port
Axentec PLC, a subsidiary of Robi Axiata PLC, has signed a feasibility study agreement with the Chittagong Port Authority to provide smart port services through automation...
SMART DRIVING LICENCE:聽7.5 lakh cards not printed
Around 7.5 lakh smart driving licence cards are now pending to be printed causing sufferings to the people.
Supply shortage, no import send onion prices soaring
The prices of onions have experienced a sharp hike in the country due to a supply shortage and a pause in import over the past few months...
BB eases foreign currency rules for foreign investors
Bangladesh Bank has relaxed the foreign currency rules for exporters in specialized zones like Export Processing Zones (EPZs), Private Export Processing Zones (PEPZs), Economic Zones, and High-Tech Parks to retain foreign currency...
200 Palestine action supporters arrested in UK
Police in London arrested at least 200 people Saturday for supporting Palestine Action at the latest and largest protest backing the group since the government banned it last month under anti-terror laws...
RMG exports drop in Apr-Jun due to NBR protest, tariff fear
The export of readymade garments experienced negative growth in the April-June quarter of the past financial year 2024-25, compared to the preceding quarter of January-March in FY25, primarily due to extended protests by the National Board of Revenue officials and tariff concerns...
Swisscontact promotes green, resilient RMG accessory sector
The Bangladesh Garments Accessories and Packaging Manufacturers and Exporters Association and Swisscontact, a Swiss and Swedish development organization, signed a memorandum of understanding for promoting green growth and resilience within the garments accessories and packaging sector.聽..
Unprofitable land ports to be closed: adviser
Adviser to the Ministry of Shipping and Textiles Brigadier M Sakhawat Hossain on Saturday said the interim government is planning to hand over several land ports to the private sector and shut down those generate no revenue...
525 illegal structures erected near HSIA: CAAB
Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh chairman Air Vice-Marshal Mostafa Mahmud Siddiq on Thursday said that at least 525 high-rise buildings were constructed illegally within the designated no-fly zones surrounding Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka...
Indian exporters say 50pc US levy a 鈥榮evere setback鈥�
Indian exporters warned on Thursday that the cost of additional US tariffs risked making businesses 鈥榥ot viable鈥� after president Donald Trump ordered steeper levies totalling 50 per cent on imported Indian goods...
China exports top forecasts
China鈥檚 exports rose more than expected last month, with official data on Thursday showing a jump in shipments to the European Union and other markets offset a drop in those to the United States...
RMG exports to US see 25pc growth in Jan-Jun
The readymade garment exports to the United States from Bangladesh witnessed a robust growth of 25.13 per cent to $4.25 billion in the first half of 2025, from January to June...
US trade gap shrinks
The US trade gap narrowed in June, government data showed Tuesday, as imports pulled back more than exports while businesses grappled with president Donald Trump鈥檚 tariffs on allies and competitors alike...
S Korean co to invest $8.06m in Mongla EPZ
OCF Company Limited, a South Korean company, is set to invest $8.06 million in Mongla Export Processing Zone, said a press release...
Porto 'legend' Jorge Costa dies aged 53 after heart attack
Former captain Jorge Costa has died aged 53 after a cardiac arrest at the team's training ground, Porto announced on Tuesday, paying tribute to 鈥榓 key figure in the club's history鈥�.
Forex reserve crosses $30b again
The country鈥檚 gross foreign exchange reserve has once again crossed $30 billion amid increased remittance and export earnings...
ICDs witness container surge for export rise
The 22 private inland container depots in Chattogram port experienced severe container congestion due to an increase in exports, according to insiders...