Dhaka, Feb. 10 -- Bangladesh's readymade garment (RMG) exports declined by 2.43 percent year-on-year to US$22.98 billion during July-January of fiscal year 2025-26, according to the latest country-wise export data published by the Export Promotion Bureau (EPB).

The European Union (EU) remained the country's largest export destination for RMG, accounting for 49.35 percent of total exports in the category. Export earnings from the EU stood at US$11.34 billion, marking a 3.98 percent year-on-year decline, said former BGMEA director Mohiuddin Rubel on Monday.

The United States retained its position as the second-largest market. RMG exports to the USA amounted to US$4.47 billion, representing 19.46 percent of total RMG exports, with a margin...