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.
The Chabahar Conundrum: How US Sanctions Put India’s Geopolitical Gamble in Peril
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US sanctions on Iran’s Chabahar Port disrupt India’s regional ambitions, bolstering Pakistan’s role in South Asian trade.
NLC and DP World Improve Connectivity Between Bangladesh and Pakistan
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DP World and NLC launch direct shipping route, boosting trade and cutting transit times between Pakistan and Bangladesh.