US trade investigation

Section 301: Bangladesh faces a new trade test from Washington

The new US investigations do not, in themselves, raise tariffs, but they are a reminder that Dhaka remains vulnerable to legal and political trade pressure despite the recent bilateral agreement.
17 March 2026

US is weaponising an old trade law, and Bangladesh is in the crossfire

Dhaka urgently needs a rapid, data-driven defence to protect its garment industry and broader economy
15 March 2026

US launches trade investigation into Bangladesh, others as Trump revives tariffs

The investigation was initiated today by the Office of the United States Trade Representative
12 March 2026