The outlook for Bangladesh’s apparel sector in the global market remains positive, with work orders expected to rise, sustaining growth momentum into 2025. Industry insiders have indicated that buyer confidence is recovering, leading to an expansion of sourcing activities in Bangladesh, which will help maintain this upward trend.
Official data shows that the European Union's apparel imports between January and December 2024 experienced a modest 1.53% increase in value, reaching $92.56 billion. However, a substantial 8.98% rise in import volume was accompanied by a 6.83% decline in average unit prices, exerting downward pressure on major sourcing countries, including Bangladesh.Price deflation pressures Bangladesh’s RMG industry
Hasina to face trial for crimes against humanity
Chief Adviser, Professor Muhammad Yunus, has stated that ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina will face trial for crimes against humanity.
"A trial will take place. Not only her, but also all those associated with her – including her family members, clients, and associates," he said in an interview with UK-based Sky News.
Hasina is accused of overseeing a system of enforced disappearances during her tenure, as well as orchestrating a m...
ARTICLE 19 submits key media reform proposals to Bangladesh
ARTICLE 19 appreciates the Bangladesh Interim Government’s ongoing efforts to ensure a free, independent, and safe media environment in line with international human rights standards and to improve the country’s media landscape.
As part of ARTICLE 19’s advocacy for press freedom, media independence, and the protection of journalists in Bangladesh, the organisation submitted key recommendations to the Bangladesh Media Reform Commission on 23 February 2025, highlighting necessary legal and policy reforms.
No more ‘Sycophancy’ for foreign loans, says BB Governor
Bangladesh’s balance of payments (BoP) has significantly improved, with a robust foreign savings position, eliminating the necessity of seeking foreign loans through “sycophancy,” Bangladesh Bank Governor Ahsan H Mansur stated today (4 March 2025).
"We will not compromise. Our external financial position is now very strong," he asserted during a roundtable titled Path to Recovery for the Banking Sector, organised by The Business Standard at its office in the capital.
Khaleda’s physical condition further improves: Zahid
Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Standing Committee Member Dr. AZM Zahid Hossain said BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia is much better now than before.
"Madam (Khaleda Zia) is physically better than before. Doctors are visiting her at home and providing regular medical care," he said.
Dr Zahid said this while speaking as the chief guest at an Iftar Mahfil organised by Zia Parishad, UK, at a hall in East London, the United Kingdom (UK), on Monday (March 3) evening local time.
The event was organised to pray for the Chairperson Khaleda Zia's recovery. She has wished the countrym...
CJ reaffirms judicial independence, environmental justice
Chief Justice (CJ) Dr Syed Refaat Ahmed has stated that efforts are underway to safeguard the judiciary from political influence and restore public confidence in the judicial system.
He made these remarks as the chief guest at a seminar titled “Upholding Environmental Justice: Role of Judges for a Sustainable Future”, organised by the Bangladesh Supreme Court at the Ruposhi Bangla Ballroom of Hotel Intercontinental on Monday.
"Article 116 of our Constitution was originally introduced to ensure judicial independence. However, the Fourth Amendment altered this provision, limiting judicial autonomy and disrupting the balance of powers," the Chief Justice explained.
