Bangladesh outpaced its South Asian neighbors, India and Pakistan, in terms of prosperity in 2023, although a concerning setback in the Freedom Index shadowed the triumph. According to the report “Freedom and... Read more »
In recent months, Bangladesh’s economy has shown signs of recovery, particularly in export earnings and inward remittances. The volatility in the foreign exchange market has also begun to ease after over a... Read more »
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United Nations (UN) Secretary General Antonio Guterres warned the international community Sunday against deeper descent into conflict, addressing the Security Council during a meeting over Iran’s weekend attack on Israel. “Neither the... Read more »
The Bangladesh government has allocated Tk 385 billion for agricultural development over the next three years, aiming for an average annual growth of 10% in the sector by the 2025-26 fiscal year.... Read more »
Bangladesh is facing a complex transition from coal-based energy, according to the Global Energy Monitor in its Boom and Bust Coal 2024 report published on April 11. The report, released worldwide, illuminates... Read more »
Bitcoin experienced a significant drop of 7.9 percent, reaching $61,842 at 21:00 GMT on Saturday, marking a loss of $5,308 from its last closing price. According to Reuters, Bitcoin, the largest and... Read more »
The World Trade Organization announced on Wednesday that global trade is expected to rebound this year after experiencing an unexpected slump in 2023. However, it cautioned that regional conflicts, geopolitical tensions, and... Read more »
Gold prices climbed on Thursday, recouping losses from the previous session, as geopolitical tensions bolstered demand for the safe-haven metal. Spot gold was up 0.6% at $2,345.56 per ounce, as of 0317... Read more »
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) is investing US$30 million in Pran Dairy Limited (PDL) and Habiganj Agro Limited (HAL), both part of the PRAN Group, a leading player in the food and... Read more »
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Monday (8 April) urged Brazil to directly import Ready-Made Garment (RMG) products from Bangladesh. She emphasized that while RMG goods from Bangladesh have been exported to Brazil... Read more »