Bangladesh-US Tariff Pact Falls Short: Only 1% Reduction After Months of Talks
After nine months of continuous negotiations, the signing of the “reciprocal tariff agreement” between Bangladesh and the United States has drawn mixed reactions from trade analysts. The agreement, signed in Washington on Monday, has reduced reciprocal tariffs on Bangladeshi products by only 1 percent, bringing them down to 19 percent a result many believe falls far short of expectations given the length and intensity of the discussions.
Joint Forces Detain Over 600 Rohingyas Outside Camps in Ukhiya
Bangladesh Army led joint forces on Sunday detained more than 600 Rohingyas who were living outside the designated camps for forcibly displaced Myanmar nationals in Palongkhali Union of Ukhiya upazila in Cox’s Bazar district.
Bangladesh Angered by Myanmar’s Submission in Rohingya Genocide Case
The Government of Bangladesh has expressed deep concern over Myanmar’s recent submission in the Gambia versus Myanmar case at the International Court of Justice (ICJ).
Washington’s Interference in Dhaka–Beijing Relations Will Not Be Tolerated
The Chinese Embassy in Dhaka has issued a strong response, directly labeling the United States’ remarks on bilateral cooperation between Dhaka and Beijing as “irresponsible” and “groundless.” China has made it clear that Bangladesh–China relations are an internal matter between the two countries and that interference by any third party will not be tolerated.
Experts Warn ‘Mobocracy’ Threatens Minorities
Bangladesh’s democratic foundations are increasingly under threat as mob violence and insecurity against minority communities rise, experts warned at a policy dialogue in Dhaka, raising concerns over the country’s political future ahead of the February 12 national election.
South Asian Leaders Fuel Hate to Mask Economic Insecurity
Political leaders across South Asia are increasingly promoting hatred and division to divert public attention from economic hardship and governance failures, Human Rights Watch’s Deputy Asia Director Meenakshi Ganguly has warned.
Woman Gang-Raped on Moving Bus in Tangail; Driver and Two Aides Detained
A 26-year-old woman was allegedly gang-raped by the driver and staff of a moving bus after being abducted from Savar. The incident, which began late Wednesday night, led to the rescue of the victim and the detention of three suspects in Tangail on Thursday afternoon.
Bangladesh Faces Rising Economic Risks from Crime and Illicit Economy: WEF
The World Economic Forum (WEF) has identified crime and the illicit economy as the foremost economic risks that could impact Bangladesh over the next two years. According to experts, these challenges have the potential to destabilize the economy, undermine development initiatives, and create uncertainty for businesses and households alike.
From Ageism to Agevism: Navigating Bangladesh’s Future Policy Challenges
Bangladesh’s ageing population faces rising ageism, inadequate social protection, and limited elderly rights, calling for urgent legal and social reforms.
Is Bangladesh Moving Toward Radical Extremism Under Dr. Yunus?
An opinionated analysis warning that Bangladesh under Dr. Yunus is facing rising political persecution, radicalization, lawlessness, and democratic backsliding, with growing concerns over human rights abuses, media suppression, and the credibility of the 2026 election.