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Worry overshadows Asycuda replacement move

A government move to phase out from the tested customs digital-platform Asycuda to adopt an advanced system has raised more concerns than corroboration from stakeholders in foreign trade and national revenue.Customs authority, economists and businesses foresee a possible setback in import-export activities if such experiments done on a "proven successful...

Accession requires opening services sector

Bangladesh's coveted membership in the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), world's largest trade bloc, presupposes challenging sweeping liberalisation of trade in services as a predominant condition.A study, backed by a UN agency, shows how to circumvent the challenge in a measured manner. It suggests making a to-do list for phased...

Fault-lines found in design, construction, safety checkup

Beating global experience of once in 20 years, mishaps occurred twice over a year in Dhaka metro rail that raised doubts about the construction and safety qualities of the popular mass transport. Experts are raising questions over not only design or construction faults but also deploring a shocking lack of...

CA to get today NCC suggestions on July Charter execution

Long-awaited recommendations on modus operandi of implementation of the July National Charter-a reform blueprint born out of last year's historic people's uprising-will be submitted to the government today as the consensus panel wrapped up its dos Monday.Implementation of the much-hyped charter of state reforms reportedly hinges on two means: a...

Al-Arafah Bank MD removed over irregularities

The managing director of Al-Arafah Islami Bank PLC, Farman R Chowdhury, has been removed from his position over irregularities in the bank's agent-banking operations.Confirming the development, Bangladesh Bank (BB) spokesperson Areif Hossain Khan said the bank's board had recommended Mr Chowdhury's removal, which the central bank subsequently approved.Earlier, on August...

Boats are moored along the bank of the River Buriganga

Boats are moored along the bank of the River Buriganga, a lifeline for people living in the capital city and Keraniganj. Though there are two bridges -- Buriganga 1st Bridge and Buriganga 2nd Bridge, over the river -- the human-powered small vessel is still in great demand. The photo was...