Dhaka, May 4 -- Bangladesh should prioritise signing trade agreements to cushion the impact of global crises, as geopolitical tensions and structural weaknesses risk deepening financial pressure, disrupting supply chains and reducing future export orders from key markets, experts said.

The country's ready-made garment (RMG) sector is already struggling to sustain long-term competitiveness amid shifting trade rules, rising costs and global uncertainties, they added.

The remarks came at a seminar titled "Geopolitical Conflicts and Global Supply Chain Disruptions: Implications for the RMG Industry", held at the closing ceremony of the Bangladesh International Textile, Knitting and Garment Industry Exhibition (BTKG) 2026 on Saturday, accord...