Dhaka, Aug. 16 -- The Bangladeshi jute sector is under renewed strain following India's latest restrictions on the import of jute products-a move many experts and industry representatives have described as protectionist and detrimental to regional trade.
On 11 August 2025, India's Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) issued an order limiting the import of various jute goods from Bangladesh through land ports along the India-Bangladesh border. Under the new directive, only the NhavaSheva seaport in Maharashtra remains open for such imports.
The restricted items include bleached and unbleached woven jute fabrics, twine, cordage, ropes, and jute sacks and bags - products in which Bangladesh has long maintained global leadership, accor...