ADB Report: Bangladesh Economy Demonstrates Resilience Amid Slowing Growth

Industries Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir announced the government's plan to adopt a comprehensive roadmap by July 2026 to revitalise the leather sector and increase export earnings to between US$10 billion and US$12 billion.

The government has established a high-level committee to enhance the effectiveness and meaningfulness of public procurement activities.

The government of Bangladesh has announced ambitious targets to increase the share of renewable energy in the country's total electricity demand to 20 percent by 2030 and 30 percent by 2040.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has unveiled a comprehensive strategy to transform Bangladesh's agricultural sector into a technology-driven, sustainable, and profitable industry.

The government has introduced several measures to ensure fair salt prices and expanded low-interest loans for farmers in Cox's Bazar and Chattogram.

Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Iqbal Hassan Mahmood today stressed the importance of government-to-government cooperation in helping narrow the trade gap between Bangladesh and Türkiye.

Bangladesh's economy continued its expansionary trend in June 2026, with the Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) standing at 52.9.

Mazharul Islam Naim, an ICT teacher, has transformed fallow land into a flourishing dragon fruit farm, creating jobs and inspiring the local community.

An Italian business delegation has arrived in Bangladesh to promote textile technology cooperation and explore new business opportunities.

Bangladesh recorded the fastest growth in foreign direct investment (FDI) among South Asian economies in 2025, with inflows rising around 45 percent year-on-year to US$1.78 billion, according to the World Investment Report 2026 by UNCTAD.

Commerce and Industry Minister Khandaker Abdul Muktadir revealed the government's ambitious plan to earn over US$10 billion annually from leather exports.

State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam today called for expanding trade and investment cooperation with East European and Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) countries.

Justin Bieber has been added to the star-packed lineup of the first-ever World Cup final halftime show, which will last 11 minutes.

England midfielder Jordan Henderson has undergone surgery on his broken arm following a freak accident during celebrations after the team's World Cup victory over Mexico.

Aston Villa forward Morgan Rogers believes Harry Kane will outperform Erling Haaland in the upcoming World Cup quarter-final.

US President Donald Trump's NATO summit began with fury but ended on a high note with a show of unity among alliance members.

The Marshall Islands, scarred by past nuclear tests, has criticized China's recent ballistic missile test in the Pacific Ocean.

Aquiles Alvarez, the jailed mayor of Ecuador's largest city, has refused surgery despite health concerns, amid ongoing political tensions.

SK hynix, a leading South Korean chip manufacturer, is poised to set the price for its significant US stock listing, aiming to raise up to $28 billion.

Chinese electronics manufacturer Luxshare saw its shares drop by more than four percent in its Hong Kong debut after raising around US$3.1 billion.

Venezuelans anxiously await expert inspections of their homes after devastating earthquakes left thousands homeless and claimed over 3,600 lives.

The son of a Mexican man fatally shot by a US immigration officer in Texas is demanding an investigation, amid calls from civil rights groups for transparency.

Iran is set to bury its late leader Ali Khamenei in his hometown of Mashhad as the US intensifies its strikes on Iran.

Iran's chief negotiator, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, declared that the Strait of Hormuz would only be open under 'Iranian arrangements' following recent tensions with the United States.

Oil prices have extended their rally following heightened tensions between the US and Iran.

Amnesty International has accused Israel of committing war crimes in its attacks on Lebanon and called for an investigation.

Graham Platner, the Democratic nominee for a key US Senate seat in Maine, has withdrawn from the race following a rape allegation.

Venezuela's interim president, Delcy Rodriguez, has requested King Charles III to release approximately 30 tons of frozen gold assets held in the UK to aid in earthquake reconstruction efforts.

South Korea's highest court is set to deliver a verdict on Thursday in the case against former president Yoon Suk Yeol for alleged crimes related to his failed martial law declaration in 2024.

For the first time in 142 years, Lord's will host a women's Test match as England face India in a historic four-day game.