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Decision on LDC graduation delay expected in October: Commerce Minister

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

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

Govt plans one-stop trade licensing, joint inspections

Govt plans one-stop trade licensing, joint inspections

Reforms also aim to simplify work permit renewals for foreign employees and cut regulatory delays

18 Oct 2026, 12:00 AM

Bangladesh seeks CEPA with Oman to boost exports, cut trade gap

Bangladesh seeks CEPA with Oman to boost exports, cut trade gap

Bangladesh has initiated steps towards signing a Comprehensive Economic Partnership

13 Oct 2026, 02:00 PM

New Mooring terminal deal to boost port capacity: Commerce minister

New Mooring terminal deal to boost port capacity: Commerce minister

Commerce Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir said on Friday the agreement

09 Oct 2026, 03:41 PM

Govt pushes fruit imports as orange prices soar

Govt pushes fruit imports as orange prices soar

Decision on date duties due this week; orange tariffs also under review

04 Oct 2026, 12:00 AM

Govt eyes higher jute earnings through value-added products

Govt eyes higher jute earnings through value-added products

Raw jute worth $1,200 a tonne could fetch up to $5,000 as blended fibre products, minister says

04 Oct 2026, 12:00 AM

Fostering innovation key to boosting productivity: Muktadir

Fostering innovation key to boosting productivity: Muktadir

If any student comes forward with a good idea, the government and relevant institutions will stand by them, he says

02 Oct 2026, 08:46 PM

Commerce Minister, Yunnan Vice Governor hold bilateral talks

Commerce Minister, Yunnan Vice Governor hold bilateral talks

Dhaka tables proposals to expand trade, investment links with Chinese province

27 Sep 2026, 03:24 PM

PM’s UN engagements to have far-reaching positive impact on trade: Muktadir

PM’s UN engagements to have far-reaching positive impact on trade: Muktadir

Commerce Minister Khandaker Abdul Muktadir said on Saturday that Prime

26 Sep 2026, 06:32 PM

TCB digitisation to cut annual subsidy by up to Tk350cr: Commerce minister

TCB digitisation to cut annual subsidy by up to Tk350cr: Commerce minister

Nearly 80 lakh cardholders can now buy subsidised goods via app, he says

17 Sep 2026, 02:50 PM

DNCRP to be strengthened to ensure adulteration-free products: Muktadir

DNCRP to be strengthened to ensure adulteration-free products: Muktadir

Training, manpower, modern equipment and digital services to be expanded, he says

17 Sep 2026, 01:01 PM

Govt suspends order restricting 10–30 count yarn imports

Govt suspends order restricting 10–30 count yarn imports

The government has suspended its order to withdraw bonded warehouse

13 Sep 2026, 10:52 PM

Govt, AmCham working to attract $5b additional investment from US: Minister

Govt, AmCham working to attract $5b additional investment from US: Minister

The government is working with the American Chamber of Commerce

12 Sep 2026, 10:37 PM

Bangladesh eyes diversified exports to cut Hong Kong trade gap

Bangladesh eyes diversified exports to cut Hong Kong trade gap

Commerce minister calls for greater market access for fresh fruits, jute and leather goods alongside garments

10 Sep 2026, 12:28 PM

Over 400 garment factories shut down in 3yrs: Minister

Over 400 garment factories shut down in 3yrs: Minister

Commerce Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir informed parliament on Thursday that

04 Sep 2026, 12:00 AM

Govt to form e-commerce authority to regulate online business

Govt to form e-commerce authority to regulate online business

Commerce, Industry, Textiles and Jute Minister Khandaker Abdul Muktadir on

30 Aug 2026, 09:59 PM

Maersk keen to invest in Bangladesh’s shipbuilding sector

Maersk keen to invest in Bangladesh’s shipbuilding sector

Global shipping and logistics company Maersk Line has expressed interest

29 Aug 2026, 08:29 PM

India eyes stronger business ties with Bangladesh, politics to continue in its own way: Trivedi

India eyes stronger business ties with Bangladesh, politics to continue in its own way: Trivedi

Indian High Commissioner Dinesh Trivedi urges stronger business ties with

24 Aug 2026, 01:18 PM

BAJUS unveils roadmap to transform jewellery sector into export-oriented industry

BAJUS unveils roadmap to transform jewellery sector into export-oriented industry

The association calls for policy reforms, proposed ‘Swarnapalli’ economic zone and easier import procedures to boost jewellery and diamond exports

23 Aug 2026, 12:11 AM

Indian, US businesses keen to invest in Bangladesh: Commerce Minister

Indian, US businesses keen to invest in Bangladesh: Commerce Minister

Commerce Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir announces investment interest from Indian

22 Aug 2026, 11:36 PM

Govt plans one-stop trade licensing, joint inspections

Govt plans one-stop trade licensing, joint inspections

Bangladesh seeks CEPA with Oman to boost exports, cut trade gap

Bangladesh seeks CEPA with Oman to boost exports, cut trade gap

New Mooring terminal deal to boost port capacity: Commerce minister

New Mooring terminal deal to boost port capacity: Commerce minister

Govt pushes fruit imports as orange prices soar

Govt pushes fruit imports as orange prices soar

Govt eyes higher jute earnings through value-added products

Govt eyes higher jute earnings through value-added products

Fostering innovation key to boosting productivity: Muktadir

Fostering innovation key to boosting productivity: Muktadir

Commerce Minister, Yunnan Vice Governor hold bilateral talks

Commerce Minister, Yunnan Vice Governor hold bilateral talks

PM’s UN engagements to have far-reaching positive impact on trade: Muktadir

PM’s UN engagements to have far-reaching positive impact on trade: Muktadir

TCB digitisation to cut annual subsidy by up to Tk350cr: Commerce minister

TCB digitisation to cut annual subsidy by up to Tk350cr: Commerce minister

DNCRP to be strengthened to ensure adulteration-free products: Muktadir

DNCRP to be strengthened to ensure adulteration-free products: Muktadir

Govt suspends order restricting 10–30 count yarn imports

Govt suspends order restricting 10–30 count yarn imports

Govt, AmCham working to attract $5b additional investment from US: Minister

Govt, AmCham working to attract $5b additional investment from US: Minister

Bangladesh eyes diversified exports to cut Hong Kong trade gap

Bangladesh eyes diversified exports to cut Hong Kong trade gap

Over 400 garment factories shut down in 3yrs: Minister

Over 400 garment factories shut down in 3yrs: Minister

Govt to form e-commerce authority to regulate online business

Govt to form e-commerce authority to regulate online business

Maersk keen to invest in Bangladesh’s shipbuilding sector

Maersk keen to invest in Bangladesh’s shipbuilding sector

India eyes stronger business ties with Bangladesh, politics to continue in its own way: Trivedi

India eyes stronger business ties with Bangladesh, politics to continue in its own way: Trivedi

BAJUS unveils roadmap to transform jewellery sector into export-oriented industry

BAJUS unveils roadmap to transform jewellery sector into export-oriented industry

Indian, US businesses keen to invest in Bangladesh: Commerce Minister

Indian, US businesses keen to invest in Bangladesh: Commerce Minister

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