Briefing 04/09/2022

T-Bonds’ DSE debut delayed again

The highly anticipated trading debut for Treasury Bonds on the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) is delayed again, as the stakeholders have yet to complete their preparations to this end. The securities regulator had twice set the date for commencing the trading in Treasury Bonds or T-Bonds, but the DSE has missed both the dates.

India-Pakistan showdown today

India and Pakistan will meet each others in the Dubai International Stadium today in the Asia Cup when the greatest rivalry in the world of cricket resumes yet again. Pakistan on Saturday suffered a new Asia Cup blow with fast bowler Shahnawaz Dahani ruled out of the key India clash due to a suspected side strain. Page 13

Iran briefly seizes US Navy drone vessels

An Iranian naval flotilla briefly seized two American military unmanned research vessels in the Red Sea before releasing them, Iranian state media reported on Friday. The Iranian navy's Jamaran destroyer encountered several American military unmanned research vessels on the international shipping route on Thursday. Page 14

1,000 RMG factories run on sub-contract

More than a thousand readymade garment (RMG) factories across the country, which mostly operate on sub-contract, are not associated with any of the two apparel apex bodies - BGMEA and BKMEA. As a result, these factories pose safety risks to workers. Page 16