Commerce Minister - October 14, 2026

Dhaka and Muscat Move Toward Economic Partnership, Joint Business Council Proposed

Bangladesh highlighted the importance of executing a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with Oman to narrow the bilateral trade deficit, boost exports of Bangladeshi merchandise, and broaden investment horizons.

Bangladesh Resolves 48 Non-Tariff EU Barriers Paving Way for FTA Negotiations

Commerce Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir announced on Sunday that Bangladesh has successfully cleared 48 out of the 61 non-tariff trade obstacles highlighted by the European Union, signaling major advancement in

Over 400 Garment Factories Closed in Three Years, List Underway: Commerce Minister

More than 400 garment factories have shut down over a three-year period from July 2023 to June 2026, according to Commerce Minister Khandaker Abdul Muktadir.

UNDP Vows Support to Boost Trade, Investment and MSMEs in Bangladesh

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has conveyed its willingness to deepen partnership with Bangladesh aimed at spurring capital investment, streamlining commerce and trade, lowering logistical expenses, and augmenting the

Bangladesh and South Korea Finalize Talks on Landmark CEPA Trade Deal

Bangladesh and South Korea have jointly declared the successful conclusion of negotiations regarding the Bangladesh-South Korea Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), establishing a framework for significantly expanded duty-free commercial access

CCCI Holds High-Level Talks with Alibaba to Boost E-commerce and Export Growth

Leaders of the Chattogram Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI) held a high-level discussion with a delegation from the global e-commerce giant Alibaba.com at the World Trade Center on Saturday

Commerce Minister Urges Full Use of Bangladesh-US Trade Pact for Mutual Gain

Commerce Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir has called for the effective utilization of the trade agreement between Bangladesh and the United States, asserting that the deal is designed for mutual benefit

Italy Keen to Expand Investment in Bangladesh beyond RMG Sector

Italy has expressed a keen interest in expanding trade and investment in Bangladesh across various sectors, including ready-made garments, to further strengthen the economic ties between the two nations. The interest

India's Commerce Ministry Holds Chintan Shivir to Boost Medical Device Exports

India's Department of Commerce organized a high-level Chintan Shivir at Vanijya Bhawan on Saturday, bringing together over 150 policymakers, industry leaders, and regulators to strategize on strengthening India’s medical device

A Powerful Magnet for Investment: Sk Bashir Uddin Hails US-Bangladesh Trade Deal

Commerce Adviser Sk. Bashir Uddin on Tuesday characterized the newly signed Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART) with the United States as a landmark achievement that will serve as a "powerful

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