China’s Xi held phone call with Trump: state media
Chinese leader Xi Jinping held a phone call with US president Donald Trump on Thursday, state media reported, as the world’s top two economies clash over trade...
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Removal of import duty on 110 US products proposed
As part of preparations for trade dialogue with the United States, the government is considering massive changes to its tariffs and duties.
Bangladesh now has 244 green RMG factories
Now Bangladesh has 244 readymade garment factories certified by the United States Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design authorities as another unit achieved status of green factory. ..
Iran may allow US inspectors from nuclear watchdog if deal reached
Iran on Wednesday said it may consider allowing US inspectors with the United Nations nuclear watchdog to inspect its facilities if a deal is reached with the United States...
Journalist Shafik Rehman acquitted in case filed over plotting to murder Joy
A court in Dhaka on Tuesday acquitted veteran journalist Shafik Rehman of the charges in a case lodged for plotting to abduct and murder ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina’s son Sajeeb Wazed Joy in the United States in 2015...
Dhaka expresses concern over rumour campaigns
Foreign adviser Md Touhid Hossain on Monday expressed concerns over the widespread rumour campaigns during the post-July uprising by vested quarters...
Japan says US tariff talks to ‘accelerate’
The United States and Japan agreed in their latest tariff negotiations to ‘accelerate’ efforts towards an agreement, Tokyo said Monday...
Iran rejects push to suspend uranium enrichment to reach US deal
Iran on Monday ruled out suspending uranium enrichment as part of any nuclear deal with the United States — a key demand from Washington in successive rounds of talks between the foes.
German minister urges ‘serious talks’ with US on tariffs
German finance minister Lars Klingbeil on Sunday urged ‘serious negotiations’ with the United States after President Donald Trump threatened to bring in 50-percent tariffs on imports from the European Union...
Trump signs orders to boost US nuclear energy
President Donald Trump signed a series of executive orders Friday to boost nuclear energy in the United States, including by rolling back regulatory processes on a still divisive technology...
Iran will hold US responsible for any Israeli attack on its nuclear sites
Foreign minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran would hold the United States responsible for any Israeli attack on its nuclear facilities, after US media reported that Israel was preparing for a strike.
Trump turning US into authoritarian regime, says Emmy winner
Donald Trump is turning the United States into an authoritarian regime, an Oscar-nominated director warned as his documentary about George Orwell was screened at the Cannes film festival Monday...
Ex-US president Joe Biden diagnosed with prostate cancer
Former United States president Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an ‘aggressive’ form of prostate cancer that has spread to his bones, and is reviewing treatment options, a statement from his office said on Sunday...
Private sector urges diplomatic action to settle US tariff issue
The country’s private sector urged the government on Saturday for immediate diplomatic response to settle tariff issues with the United States...
A deceptive joy in Geneva
THERE is joy in diplomatic Geneva. The neutral, good offices convenor of Reagan-Gorbachev and Putin–Biden summits is back in the headlines with trade talks between China and the United States. ‘China-US tariff talks place Swiss diplomacy on centre stage’ boasted a local website. But wait, is not the trade war between the United States and China a clear violation...
Oil prices go down
Oil prices tumbled Thursday as president Donald Trump said the United States was close to making a deal on Iran’s nuclear programme, which could pave the way for increased crude supplies...
Walmart warns of higher prices due to tariffs
Walmart on Thursday reported another solid quarter behind sales gains in the United States, but warned of higher prices and continued uncertainty over president Donald Trump’s tariffs...
US deportations raise serious concerns: UN
The United Nations voiced alarm on Tuesday at the large numbers of non-nationals being deported from the United States, in particular the hundreds sent to a mega-prison in El Salvador.
Saudis invest big in US weapons, AI
Saudi Arabia on Tuesday promised billions of dollars in deals with the United States from defence to artificial intelligence as it threw a lavish welcome for president Donald Trump on the first state visit of his second term.
US approves $1.4 billion weapons sale to UAE
United States officials said Monday the State Department has authorised the sale of $1.4 billion worth of military aircraft and equipment to the United Arab Emirates, ahead of president Donald Trump’s visit this week...
RMG exports to major markets rise
Bangladesh’s readymade garment exports to its major markets, including the United States, the United Kingdom, and Europe, witnessed a considerable growth in the 10 months (July-April) of the current financial year 2024-25...
US, China agree to slash tariffs
The United States and China announced Monday an agreement to drastically reduce tit-for-tat tariffs for 90 days, de-escalating a trade war that has roiled financial markets and raised fears of a global economic downturn...
US seeks reciprocal tariff plan from Bangladesh
The United States Trade Representative (USTR) has asked Bangladesh to submit a written set of offers demonstrating its commitment to reducing tariffs on American goods...
Iran, US hold fresh nuclear talks
Iran and the United States kicked off the fourth round of nuclear talks in Oman Sunday amid a standoff over uranium enrichment, with Tehran calling it ‘non-negotiable’, while Washington has described it as a ‘red line’.
China can play hardball at looming trade talks with US: analysts
A formidable set of cards that includes granting access to its vast market and an ability to withstand economic pain will allow Beijing to play hardball in upcoming trade talks with the United States in Geneva, analysts say.
RMG exports from Bangladesh to US soar by 26.66pc in Jan-Mar
The country’s readymade garment exports to the United States, Bangladesh’s single largest export destination, witnessed a growth of 26.66 per cent in January-March period of 2025 to $2.22 billion, amid fears of tariffs imposed by the US.
Prevost becomes first US pope as Leo XIV
Robert Francis Prevost became the first pope from the United States on Thursday, picking the papal name Leo XIV after cardinals from around the world elected him leader of the world's 1.4 billion Catholics...
US slams Russia for ‘cynically’ protecting N Korea
The United States on Wednesday denounced Russia for ‘cynically obstructing’ the monitoring of North Korea’s compliance with UN sanctions, saying Moscow was trying to dodge criticism for using Pyongyang’s weapons in its war with Ukraine.
Air quality monitoring crisis may deepen: CREA
The pausing of a United States-funded air quality monitoring programme has weakened access to critical AQ data in 44 countries, including Bangladesh, according to an article by the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air, a Finland-based think tank...
Netanyahu dragging US into disaster in region: Iran
Iran’s foreign minister Abbas Araghchi on Monday accused Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu of attempting to drag the United States into ‘disaster’ in the Middle East, warning against any attempt to attack Iran.
