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