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RMG exporters seek re-fixing of cash incentives on local yarn

Dhaka, Dec. 27 -- Apparel exporters have called for the restoration and re-fixing of cash incentives on the use of local yarn, citing the deteriorating condition of domestic spinning mills and the nee... Read More


BTMA seeks longer material import credit

Dhaka, Dec. 25 -- Textile millers have urged the Bangladesh Bank to further extend the import credit period for cotton and other industrial raw materials to 360 days. They warned that a return to the... Read More


Govt to host Global Sourcing Expo twice a year from 2026

Dhaka, Dec. 17 -- The government is set to organise the Global Sourcing Expo twice a year to showcase Bangladesh's strengths to international buyers and diversify its export basket, according to sourc... Read More


Govt to finalise it today, business leaders raise concerns

Dhaka, Dec. 8 -- Business leaders have expressed concern that the ongoing amendment to the rules governing trade organisations may fail to ensure the emergence of proper business leadership for the co... Read More


Constant product lab tests a must-do to accelerate trade

Dhaka, Dec. 6 -- A government instruction makes it a must-do for key scientific agencies to keep their laboratory-testing services open round the clock, weekends and public holidays no exception, to c... Read More


Policy gaps hinder Bangladesh's export growth in multi-billion-dollar global toy industry

Dhaka, Nov. 27 -- Bangladeshi entrepreneurs are facing a series of policy-related challenges that hinder their ability to grab the growing opportunities in the global toy market, though the interim go... Read More


Unresolved human trafficking cases remain concerning in Bangladesh in H1 2025

Dhaka, Nov. 22 -- The number of unresolved human- trafficking cases remained at a concerning level in Bangladesh in the first half of 2025, as ongoing investigations and court proceedings continue to ... Read More


Subcontracting RMG makers to get export incentive

Dhaka, Nov. 14 -- The government has decided to provide cash incentives to subcontracting apparel and textiles makers to help boost their exports to the USA market under the 'US first sale rule'. How... Read More


Country risks trade deals amid limited defence mechanisms

Dhaka, Nov. 11 -- Bangladesh is moving to sign multiple trade deals, including Preferential Trade Agreements (PTAs), Free-Trade Agreements (FTAs), and Economic Partnership Agreements (EPAs), without s... Read More


Target $2.5b export to SADC bloc

Dhaka, Oct. 21 -- Bangladesh moves to discover trade treasure troves across Africa with an imminent exploration mission and trade summit under a comprehensive plan for export-market diversification in... Read More