Refayet Ullah Mirdha

Senior Staff Reporter of The Daily Star.

Can Bangladesh retain its foothold in US market?

As Bangladesh races against a July 9 deadline to secure a lower tariff regime with the United States, the stakes could not be higher.

1d ago

US tariff talks: First day ends without major decision

A high-level meeting between Bangladesh and the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) ended in Washington, DC, yesterday without a major decision, despite the looming expiry of a 90-day negotiation window on July 9.

2d ago

US Tariffs: Bangladesh starts intense talks in DC

Bangladesh has been engaged in negotiations to sign a tariff agreement with the US

2d ago

Against the odds, Bangladesh gains ground in US apparel market

The United States is Bangladesh’s single largest export destination.

5d ago

Bangladesh closing in on China in RMG export to EU

Even amidst the tough times at present, garment shipments to the European Union (EU) showcased resilience as Bangladesh fared well in the January-April period, showing signs of an opportunity to overtake China, the largest apparel supplier worldwide, in the EU markets.

1w ago

US buyers delay apparel orders over pending tariff call

Local apparel makers are seeing delays in the confirmation of work orders for the next summer season, as US retailers and brands wait for the final decision on reciprocal tariffs by the US administration, expected in early July.

2w ago

Bangladesh to follow WTO mechanism to deal with Trump tariff

Bangladesh will propose to provide duty facilities to the US under a multilateral trading mechanism to retain low tariffs, as the 90-day pause of Trump’s reciprocal tariffs will come to an end on July 8.

2w ago

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).

1m ago
July 5, 2025
July 5, 2025

Can Bangladesh retain its foothold in US market?

As Bangladesh races against a July 9 deadline to secure a lower tariff regime with the United States, the stakes could not be higher.

July 4, 2025
July 4, 2025

US tariff talks: First day ends without major decision

A high-level meeting between Bangladesh and the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) ended in Washington, DC, yesterday without a major decision, despite the looming expiry of a 90-day negotiation window on July 9.

July 4, 2025
July 4, 2025

US Tariffs: Bangladesh starts intense talks in DC

Bangladesh has been engaged in negotiations to sign a tariff agreement with the US

June 30, 2025
June 30, 2025

Against the odds, Bangladesh gains ground in US apparel market

The United States is Bangladesh’s single largest export destination.

June 24, 2025
June 24, 2025

Bangladesh closing in on China in RMG export to EU

Even amidst the tough times at present, garment shipments to the European Union (EU) showcased resilience as Bangladesh fared well in the January-April period, showing signs of an opportunity to overtake China, the largest apparel supplier worldwide, in the EU markets.

June 20, 2025
June 20, 2025

US buyers delay apparel orders over pending tariff call

Local apparel makers are seeing delays in the confirmation of work orders for the next summer season, as US retailers and brands wait for the final decision on reciprocal tariffs by the US administration, expected in early July.

June 18, 2025
June 18, 2025

Bangladesh to follow WTO mechanism to deal with Trump tariff

Bangladesh will propose to provide duty facilities to the US under a multilateral trading mechanism to retain low tariffs, as the 90-day pause of Trump’s reciprocal tariffs will come to an end on July 8.

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.