Dhaka chamber urges faster trade deals ahead of LDC graduation

15 July 2026, 00:00 AM

15 July 2026, 03:22 AM

Star Business Report

Bangladesh should fast-track the signing of free trade agreements (FTAs) and preferential trade agreements (PTAs) with key trading partners to preserve its export competitiveness after graduating from the least developed country (LDC) category, the Dhaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI) said yesterday.The chamber also called for stronger economic diplomacy and greater market diversification to help businesses navigate the post-LDC landscape.The recommendations were made by DCCI President Taskeen Ahmed during a meeting with State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam at the foreign ministry.Taskeen urged the foreign ministry to play a more proactive role in facilitating FTAs and PTAs with countries offering significant trade potential.

The chamber also called for stronger economic diplomacy and greater market diversification to help businesses navigate the post-LDC landscape