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IMF Says World Economy Getting Worse

July 17, 2012
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IMF Says World Economy Getting Worse

The world hangs in the balance of the U.S. and European economies. Until they turn the corner, the emerging economies of the world will remain in slow motion, the International Monetary Fund said Monday in yet another reduction in the multilateral lender’s global growth forecast in their World Economic Outlook report. The IMF said in…

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Bangladesh all set to form a strict MLM law !!

July 10, 2012
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Bangladesh all set to form a strict MLM law !!

Bangladesh all set to form a strict MLM law Millions of Bangladeshis lost their hard-earned money to fraud MLM companies. After massive allegations of cheating people by MLM companies, the Ministry of Commerce, Bangladesh, is all set to form a strict all in coming months. In future all MLM companies will come under tough monitoring.…

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With India’s leather exports overshooting the target of $4.2 billion in 2011-12, the fortunes of the industry appear to be on a rebound.

June 27, 2012
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With India’s leather exports overshooting the target of $4.2 billion in 2011-12, the fortunes of the industry appear to be on a rebound.

India’s leather industry is at tipping point today. The increasing disposable income of Indians and a wider choice to make fancy but value-for-money footwear have given it a fillip. On the other hand, the demand for leather goods is not upbeat in its traditional market in rich countries. A group of exporting countries led by…

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Bangladesh jute report – June ,2012

June 26, 2012
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Bangladesh jute report – June ,2012

Rates supplied by the Bangladesh Jute Association JUTE VARIETY BALES FOB Narayanganj (One bale = 180 kg) (Taka per bale) Ready Position (in taka) Bangla white special (BW special) 14,000 Bangla white A (BWA) 13,700 Bangla white B (BWB) 12,800 Bangla white C (BWC) 11,300 Bangla white D (BWD) 10,850 Bangla white E (BWE) 10,400…

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Bangladesh trade show in July at Malysia

June 23, 2012
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70 exhibitors comprising main players in various sectors are expected to take part in the showcase THE second Showcase Bangladesh will be held at Exchange Trade Centre International at Dataran Merdeka for three days beginning July 13. The showcase, featuring 70 exhibitors, is expected to be the largest, if not the most important exhibition, to…

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Open The Mind Door !!

June 1, 2012
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Open The Mind Door !!

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‘Ace’ up Tata’s sleeve; sweeps small pick up segment in Bangladesh

May 10, 2012
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‘Ace’ up Tata’s sleeve; sweeps small pick up segment in Bangladesh

The Ace mini-truck, launched in 2005, became an overnight success, prompting competitors to come up with their own versions. To defend its turf Tata Motors has introduced variants of the Ace, such as the Magic (pictured). Now Chairman Rata Tata is working on his dream project, the $2,200 car, which will hit the road sometime…

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Bangladesh identifies Australia & NZ for CBC exports

May 8, 2012
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Bangladesh identifies Australia & NZ for CBC exports

Bangladesh has identified Australia and New Zealand as alternative markets to boost exports of its Carpet Backing Cloth (CBC). CBC is made of jute and is exclusively used in making of both woven and tufted carpets. It is used as base or backing material for the carpets. Recently, a Bangladesh Government delegation led by Md.…

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Bangladesh Potato prices almost double a year, despite good stock

May 3, 2012
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Bangladesh Potato prices almost double a year, despite good stock

Prices of potato have nearly doubled over the last one year, despite having its sufficient supply in the market and adequate stock in the country. Cold storage owners said that the recent tariff hike of power — vital for storing potato– has pushed the price a little bit high in the market. They, however, said…

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China may prefer cotton from US, Bangladesh instead of India

May 2, 2012
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China may prefer cotton from US, Bangladesh instead of India

China, the biggest importer of Indian cotton may look to buy the commodity from US and Bangladesh due to recent decision by India to first ban its exports and later reverse it. “China is traditionally India’s biggest buyer of cotton. China’s enthusiasm to purchase cotton from India. Besides, cotton from the US is a good…

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Govt prepares draft of Ticfa deal with US

April 30, 2012
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Ahead of the US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton’s visit to Bangladesh, the government has prepared the draft of the Trade and Investment Cooperation Framework Agreement (Ticfa) that the two countries may sign in future. A copy of the draft was sent to Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina a few days ago for her approval, a…

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South-South Trade Can Be a Win-Win Scenario – Ransford Smith

April 27, 2012
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South-South Trade Can Be a Win-Win Scenario – Ransford Smith

General Ransford Smith has described the rise of the world’s Dynamic Developing Economies (DDE) as a ‘defining period’, which could benefit both emerging economies and the world’s poorest and most vulnerable countries. Mr Smith was speaking at a Special Event on ‘Dynamic Developing Countries and LDCs: Integrating the South’, organised by the Commonwealth Secretariat and…

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“Develop network with peers in Bangladesh”-Ambassador Akramul Qader urges expatriate doctors.

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and State Minister Mr. Akramul Qader attended the annual conference of Bangladesh Medical Association of North America, Louisiana chapter in Orleans, Louisiana and addressed a…

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Bangladesh opposes proposed dams in Meghalaya: Minister

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Meghalaya has made it clear that the dams which are to be built across the Myntdu and Umiew rivers would not have any negative impact…

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