EVFTA: As Vietnam looks to make hay, Bangladesh prepares for challenging times

With EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement expected to come into effect soon, Bangladesh’s garment sector is apprehensive of adverse impact on business.

Jul 04, 2019  |  Trade

Industry cries foul as Bangladesh hikes gas price

For industrial use, Bangladesh has increased gas price by 37.88% from Taka 7.76 to Taka 10.70 per cubic metre while for captive power it has been increased by 43.97% from Taka 9.62 to Taka 13.85.

Jul 02, 2019  |  Trade

RCEP and its insinuations for Bangladesh garment sector

Jun 25, 2019  |  Trade

Why Chittagong Port has to bear the brunt of congestion every Eid?

Accounting for bulk of export-import, activities at Chittagong Port in Bangladesh take hit during major festivals.

Jun 25, 2019  |  Trade

B’desh fabric manufacturers worried over proposed tax on yarn & machinery

Government’s decision to add 5 per cent advance tax on textile machinery and raw materials and 5 per cent VAT on yarn in proposed budget has the industry worried.

Jun 21, 2019  |  Trade

The curious case of cash incentive demand of Bangladesh garment makers

Bangladesh garment makers call for cash incentives regardless of destinations.

Jun 17, 2019  |  Trade