Economic growth
Bangladesh's rapid economic growth is being undermined by outdated logistics, high transport costs, and congestion, experts warned at a seminar hosted by the Dhaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The country's ranking in the World Bank's Logistics Performance Index 2023 is far behind its
International trade
Small businesses from India and Vietnam have been recognized for their efforts in promoting the circular economy. Silaiwali and NetZero Pallets won the 2025 Small Business Champions Competition, which was held under the theme "Completing the Loop: Helping Small Businesses Contribute to the Circular Economy." The competition was
Exports
Pakistan's already struggling industrial sector could be further crippled by a proposed gas tariff hike, argue leaders of the Businessmen Group (BMG) and the Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI). Chairman of BMG Zubair Motiwala and President of KCCI Muhammad Jawed Bilwani have issued a joint statement
Exports
The Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) has submitted comments to the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) on a draft decree that aims to amend and supplement articles of Decree 24/2012 on the management of gold trading activities. VCCI has proposed to abolish the regulation on gold import-export
Exports
The Nnewi Women Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NWCCIMA), in collaboration with Progressive Women Nnewi North Multipurpose Cooperative Society, recently hosted a pivotal sensitization workshop aimed at empowering local bee farmers in Anambra State. The event, sponsored by the Orizu Dala Emenike Foundation and co-sponsored by Nnewi Advancement
Exports
Erry Herjuno, Economic Counsellor at the Embassy of Indonesia in New Delhi, met with the Goa Chamber of Commerce & Industry (GCCI) to explore avenues for strengthening trade relations between Goa and Indonesia. The discussion highlighted the steady growth in bilateral trade, currently valued at around USD 30 billion, but
International trade
Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers, has been elected to the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Executive Board, further solidifying Dubai's position as a leader in global trade and partnerships. The ICC, with a membership network of 45 million companies, collectively employing over one
International trade
China has announced its intention to provide 100% zero-tariff treatment for products exported to China from least developed countries, including Yemen, aiming to promote economic and trade relations between the two countries. This move comes as a positive development for Yemen, which has been embroiled in a civil war since
Exports
HSBC Egypt, in collaboration with the Egyptian-British Chamber of Commerce (EBCC) and UK Export Finance (UKEF), hosted the EBCC-HSBC-UKEF Investment and Infrastructure Forum at its Head Office in Cairo. The event, part of the broader EBCC-Department for Business and Trade (DBT) infrastructure mission to Egypt, brought together nearly 20 UK-based
International trade
The Pakistani government's decision to introduce a one-year multiple entry visa for Afghan drivers is expected to significantly boost cross-border trade and streamline border management between the two countries. The new policy aims to simplify the process of granting Afghan drivers and transporters a visa, allowing them to
International trade
The Pakistani government's decision to introduce a one-year multiple entry visa for Afghan drivers is expected to significantly boost cross-border trade and streamline border management between the two countries. Senior Vice President of the Pak-Afghan Joint Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PAJCCI), Zia-ul-Haq Sarhadi, has welcomed the move,
Exports
A seminar titled 'Wood Identification, Quality Assessment and Export Procedure' was organized by the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) in collaboration with the Sarhad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) to enhance the export readiness of Pakistan's wood and furniture sector. The event aimed to
