Dhaka February 12, 2026, 11:44 am
The association said the new rates were set in consultation with the commerce ministry to bring domestic prices in line with the global market
The approvals, known as Import Permits (IP), were issued on Sunday after an automated verification and selection process
Operating under the banner of “Mobile Business Community Bangladesh,” the traders began gathering around 11:30am near the BTRC, causing traffic disruptions on one side
The shutdown will begin on Sunday (7 Dec) as part of a protest demanding reforms to the National Equipment Identity Registrar (NEIR), the abolition of syndicate practices and the opening up of mobile phone import opportunitie
However, exports increased by just under 2% compared to October of FY26, according to the latest Export Promotion Bureau (EPB) data released today (4 December)
Bangladeshi small enterprises have long faced hurdles in exporting and online commerce. Complex banking procedures, delayed payments, and regulatory challenges have restricted growth and global reach
Challenges such as graduation from least developed country (LDC) status, business disruptions, and domestic economic crises have intensified these risks
Foreign Advisor Touhid Hossain says he does not expect decisions to be influenced by ambassadors or external pressure
Commerce Adviser Sk Bashir Uddin inaugurates “4th Ceramic Expo 2025” as the chief guest at the International Convention City Bashundhara in Dhaka on Thursday
The Export Promotion Bureau (EPB) and the Ministry of Commerce are organising the event
Dairy product contains hardly any milk, with low presence of sucrose, indicating use of artificial sweeteners instead of sugar, says food inspector
He also expresses frustration over the "criminality" in the sector
EU Envoy and Head of Delegation to Bangladesh Michael Miller highlighted the EU’s offer of support on fleet renewal, green aviation, innovation and safety, expressing hope that Bangladesh’s aviation sector will become a drivi
During the meeting, the two sides discussed a wide range of issues related to bilateral trade, investment, and economic cooperation between Bangladesh and France
PKSF Managing Director Md Fazlul Kader, the chair of the programme, stated that farmers in Bangladesh tend to use excessive amounts of chemical fertilisers and pesticides
The alliance also demanded the withdrawal of what it termed a “false and harassing” case against former BAIRA joint secretary general Fakhrul Islam
He made the call while speaking at a view-exchange meeting with business people at Uttara Club in the capital
Shipping Adviser Brig Gen (retd) M Sakhawat Hossain attended the signing ceremony as the chief guest held at a city hotel
The decision was taken at the meeting of the Advisers Council Committee on Government Purchase held at the Bangladesh Secretariat
Small traders and experts express concern over NEIR announcement and trade impact
