Refayet Ullah Mirdha

Senior Staff Reporter of The Daily Star.

LDC graduation: Govt proposes duty cut, change in trade rules

In the budget for FY26, the government has proposed reducing import duties on certain goods and amending trade rules to enhance competitiveness in preparation for the country’s impending graduation from the list of least developed countries (LDCs).

1w ago

Major US trade bodies welcome Trump’s hint at tariff relief for apparel, footwear

Five American trade bodies wrote joint letter to Trump

1w ago

Govt to allow rawhide exports despite tanners’ objections

Although tanners have voiced opposition, the government will allow rawhide exports during the Eid-ul-Azha season with the aim of fostering demand and ensuring better prices for traders at the field level, Commerce Secretary Mahbubur Rahman said yesterday.

2w ago

US trade bodies reiterate call for better labour rights

American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA), the US’s largest trade body in the apparel and footwear sector, and the Fair Labour Association (FLA) tied Bangladesh’s efforts to improve labour rights to ensure successful tariff negotiation with the Trump administration.

2w ago

BGMEA wants 3-month window from India to clear pending shipments

The association urges the interim government to send a letter to India seeking the opportunity

2w ago

Govt looking to defuse trade tensions with India

Bangladesh does not want any further escalation in tension with India, as the recent retaliatory moves are affecting bilateral trade

2w ago

Inter-ministerial meet today on Indian curbs

The commerce ministry has convened an inter-ministerial meeting today to work out ways to address India’s restrictions on imports from Bangladesh through land ports.

3w ago

Exporters caught off guard by India’s import curbs

"This sudden decision could severely disrupt bilateral trade"

3w ago
June 3, 2025
June 3, 2025

LDC graduation: Govt proposes duty cut, change in trade rules

In the budget for FY26, the government has proposed reducing import duties on certain goods and amending trade rules to enhance competitiveness in preparation for the country’s impending graduation from the list of least developed countries (LDCs).

May 31, 2025
May 31, 2025

Major US trade bodies welcome Trump’s hint at tariff relief for apparel, footwear

Five American trade bodies wrote joint letter to Trump

May 23, 2025
May 23, 2025

Govt to allow rawhide exports despite tanners’ objections

Although tanners have voiced opposition, the government will allow rawhide exports during the Eid-ul-Azha season with the aim of fostering demand and ensuring better prices for traders at the field level, Commerce Secretary Mahbubur Rahman said yesterday.

May 22, 2025
May 22, 2025

US trade bodies reiterate call for better labour rights

American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA), the US’s largest trade body in the apparel and footwear sector, and the Fair Labour Association (FLA) tied Bangladesh’s efforts to improve labour rights to ensure successful tariff negotiation with the Trump administration.

May 21, 2025
May 21, 2025

BGMEA wants 3-month window from India to clear pending shipments

The association urges the interim government to send a letter to India seeking the opportunity

May 21, 2025
May 21, 2025

Govt looking to defuse trade tensions with India

Bangladesh does not want any further escalation in tension with India, as the recent retaliatory moves are affecting bilateral trade

May 20, 2025
May 20, 2025

Inter-ministerial meet today on Indian curbs

The commerce ministry has convened an inter-ministerial meeting today to work out ways to address India’s restrictions on imports from Bangladesh through land ports.

May 19, 2025
May 19, 2025

Exporters caught off guard by India’s import curbs

"This sudden decision could severely disrupt bilateral trade"

May 18, 2025
May 18, 2025

Fast fashion, fat margins: How retailers cash in on low-cost RMG

Global fashion brands are reaping triple-digit profits on Bangladeshi garments, buying at $3 and selling for three to four times more. Yet, they continue to pressure factories to cut prices further.

May 12, 2025
May 12, 2025

Local RMG to remain competitive even if tariffs rise

Bangladesh should improve garment quality and delivery speed amidst intense competition in global supply chains arising from US President Donald Trump’s recent reciprocal tariffs, said some international traders yesterday..Bangladesh has the opportunity to retain its competitive edge due t