Bangladesh LDC Graduation 2026

Decision on LDC graduation delay expected in October: Commerce Minister

Bangladesh expects a decision this October on its request for a three-year LDC graduation delay, as the government targets EU trade talks and business reforms.

Decision on LDC graduation delay expected in October: Commerce Minister

Bangladesh expects a decision this October on its request for

19 Oct 2026, 03:14 PM

92% Bangladeshi products to continue enjoying duty-free access to UK post-LDC: Envoy

The British High Commission has reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining

23 Sep 2026, 10:02 PM

Experts seek stronger IP framework after LDC graduation

22 Sep 2026, 12:00 AM

Experts urge sustainable preparation over haste for Bangladesh’s LDC graduation

Bangladesh's energy security and banking reforms are crucial for a

30 Jul 2026, 01:07 AM

ECOSOC urges UNGA to take decision on Bangladesh LDC graduation extension request

ECOSOC) has recommended that the United Nations General Assembly take

22 Jul 2026, 05:01 PM

Bangladesh seeks stronger global backing for LDC graduation

Commerce Minister Khandaker Abdul Muktadir urges global support for Bangladesh's

18 Jul 2026, 10:33 AM

EU, G77 express support for Bangladesh’s smooth, sustainable LDC graduation

The EU and G77 back Bangladesh's bid for smooth LDC

17 Jul 2026, 11:25 AM

Experts push for reform to future-proof SMEs

Daily Sun, in collaboration with Trust Bank, hosts roundtable on building Bangladesh’s next generation of entrepreneurs

17 Jul 2026, 12:00 AM

UN body recommends deferral of Bangladesh LDC graduation

The time extension, if approved by the UN General Assembly, will give the country additional time to prepare for the gradual phase-out of special trade, tariff, soft loan and other benefits afforded to LDCs

02 Jun 2026, 05:55 PM

New Zealand to continue duty-free access for Bangladesh after LDC graduation

New Zealand signals commitment to duty-free access for Bangladesh post-LDC

17 May 2026, 07:20 PM

CPD urges tax system overhaul ahead of LDC graduation

The think tank estimates that Bangladesh lost Tk2.26 lakh crore in FY23 due to tax evasion, while VAT collection captures only 28%-29% of its potential

23 Apr 2026, 12:00 AM