1:35 am, Monday, 20 April 2026

BGMEA chief calls for clear policies to boost RMG exports

Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) President Mahmud Hasan Khan Babu highlighted both the pressing challenges and promising opportunities

Experts warn delayed reforms may undermine Bangladesh’s economic prospects

Economists and former policymakers on Thursday raised concerns about Bangladesh’s economy, warning that slow reforms and weak revenue collection could

BTMA seeks end to AIT on cotton imports, revival of 15% corp tax

Bangladesh Textile Mills Association (BTMA) on Monday called on the government to immediately withdraw the 2 per cent Advance Income

BGMEA new president flags risks to RMG sector from Iran-Israel conflict

The ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel could pose a new challenge for Bangladesh’s readymade garment sector, as a potential

Gas price hike to deter jobs, investment, competitiveness

The 33 per cent hike in gas prices for industrial use has sparked strong criticism from manufacturing leaders, who warned

Policy rethink urged as tariffs threaten industry stability

Business leaders on Saturday called for urgent government policy support to enhance operational efficiency, sustain competitiveness in the global market

IFRS to boost SMEs’ access to finance, investment, capacity development

Dhaka Chamber of Commerce & Industry (DCCI) president Taskeen Ahmed on Saturday said that the adoption of International Financial Reporting

Businesses call for improved law and order

Businesses on Monday underscored the urgent need for an improved law and order situation to support business operations in Bangladesh.

Gas price hike to hurt investment, competitiveness: businesses

The country’s business leaders on Sunday strongly criticised the government’s proposal to raise gas prices by 150 per cent for

Low labour costs, duty-free access key drivers: USITC

Bangladesh, the second-largest apparel exporter globally, has enhanced its competitiveness in garment manufacturing, particularly in bulk orders of basic apparel,