Bangladesh Seeks Relief as US Tariffs Halt Garment Orders

Interim leader Muhammad Yunus appeals to President Trump for a three-month delay on new tariffs as manufacturers face immediate financial strain.

US buyers are halting orders from Bangladeshi garment manufacturers following the imposition of 37% tariffs on cotton products, up from 16%.
The garment industry, which accounts for 80% of Bangladesh's exports, is facing severe disruption as manufacturers report halted shipments worth hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Smaller US buyers are pressuring Bangladeshi suppliers to absorb or share the increased tariff costs, exacerbating financial stress on the industry.
Interim leader Muhammad Yunus has formally requested a three-month postponement of the tariffs to allow Bangladesh to implement measures to increase US exports.
The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association has urged US buyers to show patience and support as the country negotiates a resolution.