Chattogram Port

Chattogram Port, Customs Active During Eid Holidays

Chattogram port and customs are set to remain operational during the upcoming Eid-ul-Fitr holidays to facilitate a smooth supply chain, including import and export activities. Private depots and other related stakeholder organizations... Read more »
brazil, bangladesh

Brazil Backs Bangladesh’s BRICS Aspirations, Says Foreign Minister

On Sunday (7th April), visiting Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira expressed strong support for Bangladesh’s keen interest in joining the BRICS alliance, stating that Brasilia viewed Dhaka’s aspirations “very strongly and positively.”... Read more »

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Brazilian Foreign Minister Arrives in Dhaka for Bilateral Talks

Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira arrived in Dhaka on Sunday morning to discuss bilateral issues and enhance trade and investment ties with Bangladesh. South America’s most influential country’s foreign minister will hold... Read more »
VAT

VAT pressure to increase in next FY raising inflation concerns

Despite the government’s initiative to formulate a contractionary budget in the upcoming fiscal year to control inflation, the finance ministry plans to generate around 51% more revenue from value added tax (VAT)... Read more »
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PM Sheikh Hasina Plans Diplomatic Visits to India, China

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is scheduled to undertake bilateral visits to New Delhi and Beijing within the next three months, marking her initial such engagements following the January 7 national election. These... Read more »
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PM Sheikh Hasina Urges Chinese Support for Southern Bangladesh Growth

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today (3 April) sought Chinese cooperation for the development of the southern region of the country, an official said. “I want China to help Bangladesh for further economic... Read more »
export import bangladesh

March Exports Exceed $5bn, 9.88% Growth

Bangladesh’s merchandise export earnings have exceeded the $5 billion mark for four consecutive months. In March, exports reached $5.10 billion, marking a 9.88% increase compared to the same month last year. However,... Read more »
Garment

Garment Owners Seek Aid Amid Salary Struggles

During a meeting with Home Affairs Minister Asaduzzaman Khan on Monday, garment factory owners assured that there would be no major unrest before Eid-ul-Fitr. However, according to a list prepared by the... Read more »
WB

Sluggish Growth Ahead for Bangladesh: WB

The World Bank (WB) has projected a relatively slower GDP growth to persist in FY25 at 5.7% in Bangladesh, driven by a modest recovery in private consumption supported by a moderation in... Read more »
remittance

Bangladesh Remittance Inflows Dip 7.77% in March

Bangladesh witnessed a notable decrease in inward remittances by 7.77% to US$1.99 billion in March, deviating from the expected increase ahead of Eid, according to the latest data released by Bangladesh Bank... Read more »