politics
February 14, 2026
Bangladesh may renegotiate trade deal with US
Bangladesh considers some trade deals to be unfavorable, BNP leader Tarique Rahman’s adviser has told RT India
TL;DR
- Bangladesh's incoming government plans to renegotiate unfavorable trade deals.
- A recent trade deal with the US has drawn criticism for restrictive clauses.
- The US deal prohibits Bangladesh from buying nuclear technology from countries that 'jeopardize essential US interests'.
- The deal could impact trade with China and Russia, particularly the Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant project.
- Compliance requirements may restrict Bangladesh's policy flexibility, including labor laws for export zones.
- The US deal offers a 19% tariff rate for exports, which is higher than India's 18%.
- The BNP aims to protect Bangladesh's interests and maintain good relations with all neighbors.
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