B'desh exporters see India's port curbs disruptive to regional trade

Bangladeshi exporters are raising concerns over India’s newly imposed port restrictions on key export items such as readymade garments and processed foods, warning that the move will lead to delays, higher costs and disruptions in bilateral and regional trade. They view the restrictions as non-tariff barriers that could significantly impact Bangladesh’s export competitiveness. Expressing optimism that trade would continue, they emphasise that it would be in the interest of consumers and producers on both sides. A former Director of the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) said it will now take longer for Bangladeshi garments to reach their destinations, and costs will rise. Which means exports will decrease to some extent. Meanwhile, 17 trucks carrying food products were stuck at the Burimari border due to the restrictions, as per a report.

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