December export bodes well for future
Despite socio-political instability centring the July-August mass upsurge, the country's export earnings during the July-December period of the current fiscal year surpassed that of the corresponding period of the previous fiscal. This is seen as a silver lining in the horizon given the current pressure on the country's forex reserves....
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Adjusting the trade policy in 2025
Every year presents a unique mix of challenges and opportunities, and 2025 is no different. For Bangladesh, it brings a host of challenges on the political and economic fronts, but also significant opportunities to propel the nation to new heights. The country is currently grappling with high inflation and financial...
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Need for low-cost radiotherapy
Bangladesh needs 300 radiotherapy machines. However, government and private hospitals have only 37 machines in the country, and many of those are out of order. Two of the six radiotherapy machines at the National Cancer Research Institute and Hospital were in good shape. However, due to the failure of those...
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VAT increase and its impact
The interim government has decided to impose 15 per cent VAT on 43 types of products and services. The National Board of Revenue (NBR) is expected to issue an order following a vetting from the law ministry.A large number of people in Dhaka eat food from restaurants due to various...
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