Tariff Talks with the USA: A New Chapter for Bangladesh Trade

Introduction: Navigating New US-Bangladesh Trade Relations The US is Bangladesh's largest apparel importer, accounting for approximately 19.18% of its total RMG exports, valued at $7.54 billion in FY25. The US…

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Unilever Bangladesh Announced Ruhul Quddus Khan as the New CEO and Managing Director

Unilever Bangladesh Limited (UBL), one of the largest fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) companies in the country, announced the appointment of Ruhul Quddus Khan as its Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and…

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Why Most D2C Brands Hit a Growth Ceiling — And How to Break Through It

Before I dive into this edition of the newsletter, I want to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude to everyone who has shown their support and evangelized my…

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Navigating the 2024 Funding Dip: What’s Next for Southeast Asia’s Startups?

Southeast Asia’s startup ecosystem has experienced significant fluctuations in 2024, reflecting both challenges and resilience. The region’s dynamic markets, diverse economies, and increasing digital adoption have continued to attract substantial…

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Leadership, Innovation, Purpose: MHM Fairoz’s Guide to Retail Growth

MHM Fairoz is the Managing Director and CEO of Singer Bangladesh Limited, a role he has held since 2016. He began at the Richard Pieris Group in Sri Lanka, later…

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Courage, Creativity, and Change: The Evolution of Advertising through Geeteara Safiya Choudhury’s Eyes

Geeteara Safiya Choudhury is one of the most prominent figures in Bangladesh's advertising history. She is the Founder & Chairman of Adcomm Limited. She founded Adcomm in 1974, transforming it…

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Retail Renaissance: Exploring the Transformative Vision of Bangladesh Retail Congress 2024

The 7th edition of the Bangladesh Retail Congress 2024, hosted under the theme "Retail Renaissance: Inspiring Innovation," brought together the nation's brightest retail minds, industry pioneers, and global visionaries for…

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Innovating for the Future: Rezwanul Hoque’s Vision for TECNO and Beyond

Rezwanul Hoque, CEO of ISMARTU Technology BD Limited, has over 20 years of experience in the mobile handset industry. Since 2017, he has led ISMARTU to become a market leader,…

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The HS Code Conundrum: The Language of Global Trade and the Barriers Faced by Local Enterprises

In a world governed by numerous languages and vibrant cultures, HS codes serve as a unified language that legally and logically links worldwide trade. It is implemented by 200 nations,…

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From Policy to Practice: Habibullah N. Karim on Cybersecurity in Bangladesh

Habibullah N. Karim is a prominent figure in Bangladesh's IT industry, renowned for his leadership as Founder and CEO of Technohaven Company Ltd. Since its establishment in 1986, the firm…

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Dr. Tulsi Jayakumar’s Perspective on Nurturing Women Entrepreneurs in Family Businesses

BBF: How do you perceive the significance of platforms like Women in Leadership in fostering gender equality in leadership roles? Dr. Tulsi: Well, I think having these platforms is very…

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Ethical AI and Collaboration in Cybersecurity Strategies: A conversation with Major Vineet Kumar

Major Vineet Kumar is a Social Entrepreneur, Founder, and Global President of the CyberPeace Foundation. He studied Cyber Defense and Information Assurance at Cranfield University, United Kingdom. He is also…

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