USTR Flags Digital Trade, Tariff Concerns in Bangladesh
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USTR 2025 report flags high tariffs, corruption, and digital restrictions as major challenges for US businesses in Bangladesh.
Yunus-Modi Meeting Uncertain as India Finalizes BIMSTEC Schedule
![Indian PM Modi to attend BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok; no bilateral meeting with Bangladesh’s Yunus confirmed yet. [Image via The Daily Star]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/yunus-modi_0.webp)
Indian PM Modi to attend BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok; no bilateral meeting with Bangladesh’s Yunus confirmed yet.
Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser Yunus to Meet President Xi Jinping During China Visit
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Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus’ visit to China aims to boost ties, attend BFA 2025, and discuss trade, investment, and cooperation.
From Sri Lanka to Myanmar: India’s Shadow Wars

India’s covert operations in Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Myanmar fuel instability, raising questions about its regional dominance.
Qatar Backs Bangladesh’s Reform Initiatives, Strengthens Economic Partnership
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Qatar supports Bangladesh’s interim government reform initiatives as envoy meets CA Yunus to discuss trade, investment, and cooperation.
Bangladesh to Boost US Cotton Imports to Avoid Trump Tariffs
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Bangladesh plans to import more US cotton to boost trade ties, avoid tariffs, and support its textile industry’s growth.
Youm-e-Badr: The Furqan of Our Times

The lessons of Youm-e-Badr as Youm-e-Furqan have never been more relevant today as 600M South Asian Muslims face instability and global sidelining.
Bangladesh’s Imports from SAARC Nations Exceed Exports by Over Five Times
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Bangladesh’s trade deficit with Saarc widens as imports far exceed exports; policymakers urged to boost regional trade balance.
Six Children Raped In Six Districts In Bangladesh
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At least seven people were jailed in Bangladesh for raping children in six districts, with one victim’s father dying in shock.