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Trade Agreements

May 19, 2026

The Japan-Bangladesh trade deal is a huge win for Bangladesh.

The Japan-Bangladesh trade deal marks a major victory for Bangladesh, boosting exports of RMG and crops by lowering tariffs and opening new market access for local manufacturers.

Events

May 19, 2026

Women entrepreneurs stall trained under BRCP-1 of the Ministry of Commerce achieved third position.

Women entrepreneurs stall trained under BRCP-1 of the Ministry of Commerce achieved third position in the General category at the national trade fair, showcasing locally produced goods.

Policy

May 19, 2026

Commerce Adviser express the need for a level playing field in trade.

DHAKA, Sept 1, 2025 (BSS) : The Commerce Adviser today said that trade facilitation would be ensured in the General interest of businesses to keep the market stable and competitive.

Apr 28, 2026

Policy

Ministry of Commerce releases draft National Trade Strategy 2030

The strategy outlines five priority sectors — RMG, pharmaceuticals, leather, ICT services and agri-processing — with export targets.

Apr 21, 2026

Events

Bangladesh pavilion at Canton Fair 2026 attracts record buyers

Over 2,400 international buyers visited the Bangladesh pavilion, generating an estimated $340 million in trade leads.

Apr 14, 2026

Investment

SAFTA review meeting concludes with expanded product coverage

SAARC trade ministers agreed to add 680 new product lines to the SAFTA sensitive list review, effective Q3 2026.

Apr 7, 2026

Technology

BTP v3 launches AI-powered HS Code classification assistant

Traders can now describe their products in plain language and receive HS code suggestions with confidence scores and duty rates.

Mar 30, 2026

Policy

New import policy order grants duty exemption for green tech

Solar panels, EV components and energy-efficient industrial equipment will attract zero customs duty under the updated order.

Mar 22, 2026

Import/Export

Women in Trade programme expands to six new districts

The programme, run jointly by EPB and UN Women, will train 3,200 women entrepreneurs in export readiness and digital commerce.

Mar 15, 2026

Events

BTP hosts national conference on Trade Facilitation Agreement

Government officials, customs practitioners and private sector leaders convened in Dhaka to assess Bangladesh's WTO TFA scorecard.

Mar 6, 2026

Investment

Bangladesh and UK sign Enhanced Trade Partnership roadmap

The roadmap sets a timeline for market access negotiations covering goods, services and investment, targeting a framework deal by 2028.

Feb 24, 2026

Policy

Revised EDF loan terms announced for small exporters

Interest rates on Export Development Fund loans for firms with annual turnover under BDT 5 crore reduced from 7% to 4.5%.

Announcements, events and activities

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The Japan-Bangladesh trade deal is a huge win for Bangladesh.

Women entrepreneurs stall trained under BRCP-1 of the Ministry of Commerce achieved third position.

Commerce Adviser express the need for a level playing field in trade.

More news

Ministry of Commerce releases draft National Trade Strategy 2030

Bangladesh pavilion at Canton Fair 2026 attracts record buyers

SAFTA review meeting concludes with expanded product coverage

BTP v3 launches AI-powered HS Code classification assistant

New import policy order grants duty exemption for green tech

Women in Trade programme expands to six new districts

BTP hosts national conference on Trade Facilitation Agreement

Bangladesh and UK sign Enhanced Trade Partnership roadmap

Revised EDF loan terms announced for small exporters