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Nepal embassy marks start of new season of power exports to Bangladesh
The Nepal Embassy has marked the commencement of the new season of power exports from Nepal to Bangladesh. A formal programme to this end was held on Friday evening, aiming to highlight the significance of cross-border electricity trade, and the growing potential of energy cooperation between...
Additional 20 MW electricity export to Bangladesh blocked as India withholds approval
Nepal will export only 40 megawatts (MW) of electricity to Bangladesh from June 15, as India has not granted approval for an additional 20 MW export, energy officials said. Officials said the Central Electricity Authority (CEA) of India has withheld approval due to transmission line capacity...
Economists see BB's Tk 3,000cr refinance scheme boosting non-RMG exports
Economists have expressed optimism that Bangladesh Banks newly launched Tk 3,000 crore Export Diversification Refinance Scheme will help reduce the countrys heavy dependence on the readymade garments (RMG) sector, stimulate growth in non-traditional export industries, and enhance long-term economic...
Tea exports shrink despite rising production
The gradual increase in tea production in the country has failed to leave any significant mark on exports, mainly due to producers heavy reliance on the domestic market and reluctance to cultivate improved tea varieties. The country produced 9.49 crore kilograms (kg) of tea in 2025, which was...
Bangladesh’s apparel exports to US face setback
Bangladeshs garment exports to the United States have suffered a major setback. The countrys reciprocal tariff policy is being seen as one of the key reasons behind the decline. However, reduced consumer demand in the US, high interest rates, and various global factors are also being blamed for...
Apparel exports to US decline 8.53% in Jan-Feb amid regional competition
Bangladeshs readymade garment (RMG) exports to the United States its single largest export destination faced a setback in early 2026, recording an 8.53 percent decline in January and February, compared to the same period in 2025, reports UNB. According to the latest data from the Office of...