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Japan’s Consumer Inflation Hits 2% in January, BOJ Policy Shift Speculation Grows

Government data released on Tuesday revealed that Japanese consumer inflation slowed for the third consecutive month to 2.0 percent in January. The dip in the core Consumer Price Index (CPI), excluding volatile... Read more »
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BGMEA, MAQI Technology Group Join Forces to Transform Bangladesh’s RMG Industry

In a strategic move to enhance the capabilities and competitiveness of Bangladesh’s ready-made garment (RMG) industry, the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) has forged a partnership with MAQI Technology Group... Read more »

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Nepal-Bangladesh Power Sale Agreement Hits Impasse Over Tariff Negotiations

In a setback to the anticipated power trade between Nepal and Bangladesh, negotiations have hit a roadblock as Bangladesh pushes for a reduction in the prices quoted by the Nepal Electricity Authority... Read more »
World Bank

World Bank MD Pledges Strong Support for Bangladesh’s Economic Vision

Anna Bjerde, World Bank Managing Director for Operations, concluded her inaugural visit to Bangladesh, reaffirming the bank’s robust commitment to assisting the country in achieving its goal of attaining upper-middle-income status by... Read more »
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PM Sheikh Hasina Advocates for World Bank Funding to Boost Women Entrepreneurs

In a meeting with World Bank Managing Director Anna Bjerde at the Sangsad Bhaban office on Sunday, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina called for dedicated funding from the World Bank to empower women... Read more »
Qatar

Qatar Pledges Support for Bangladesh’s Media Development

Qatar has expressed its willingness to contribute to the development of media and the establishment of global media initiatives in Bangladesh. This commitment was conveyed during a meeting between Mohammad Ali Arafat,... Read more »
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Nation to observe Holy Shab-e-Barat Tonight

The holy night of Shab-e-Barat, known as the night of fortune, will be observed nationwide tonight with profound religious fervor and devotion. The Islamic Foundation (IF) has organized programs at the Baitul... Read more »
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Bangladesh Delegation Eyes WTO MC13 to Safeguard Developing Nations’ Interests

The 13th Ministerial Conference (MC13) of the World Trade Organization (WTO) is scheduled to take place from February 26 to 29, 2024, in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE). Ministers from around... Read more »
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PM Sheikh Hasina Outlines Path to Development Through Independent Institutions

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina emphasized today that a nation’s path to development relies on the foundations of an independent judiciary, a robust parliament, and a capable administration. Speaking at the closing session... Read more »
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Finance Minister Addresses Loan Pressure, Anticipates $3.56 Billion Payment in FY24

Finance Minister Abul Hassan Mahmood Ali stated today that the government is facing pressure to repay foreign loans, but the situation is not yet dire. Responding to reporters during a press briefing... Read more »