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News India Live, Digital Desk: After the agreement between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump, America imposed tariffs on Indian products. reduced from 50% to 18% Is done. This decision is no less than a big blow for Bangladesh, because now Indian goods will become much cheaper than Bangladeshi goods in the American market. Experts believe that after this ‘masterstroke’, the garment sector, which is considered the backbone of Bangladesh’s economy, is going to suffer huge losses.
Tariff hits Bangladesh: Dhaka lags behind India
Under the new policy of US President Donald Trump, India is now enjoying the benefit of lowest tariffs compared to its neighbours.
Status of Bangladesh: Currently America has banned Bangladeshi products 20% Tariff has been imposed.
India’s lead: This tariff on India will reduce after the deal 18% It is left.
Direct effect: This difference of just 2% makes a difference of millions of dollars in the international market. Now American buyers would prefer to buy clothes and other goods from India rather than Bangladesh.
Yunus government’s problems increased: Was the taunting heavy?
Some time ago, the head of the interim government of Bangladesh, Mohammad Yunus, had taken a dig at the heavy tariffs imposed on India, but Trump’s latest decision has turned the tables.
Behind the competition: Even on countries like Vietnam and Pakistan 19% While India has now become the most attractive export partner with 18%.
Threat to garment export: Garments account for more than 80% of Bangladesh’s total exports. This ‘price advantage’ given to India may lead to layoffs and lockouts in factories in Dhaka.
New tariff rates for Asian countries (February 2026)
| Country | new us tariffs | Situation |
|---|---|---|
| India | 18% | Strongest (Deal Winner) |
| Pakistan | 19% | expensive than india |
| vietnam | 19% | intense competition |
| bangladesh | 20% | Big Loss |
| China | 34% | the most isolated |
What is Trump’s ‘win-win’ formula?
Trump has made it clear that India has got this relief in return for his deep friendship with PM Modi and some big promises made by India:
Russian oil ban: India will now stop buying oil from Russia and will increase energy imports from America.
Zero Tariff Promise: India will also work towards reducing its tariffs on US agricultural and technology products to ‘zero’.
