Guarded Engagement: Why Bangladesh Must Protect Its Trade and Strategic Sovereignty
Reading Time: 2 minutesIn recent years, voices have pushed Bangladesh to open its transport corridors to neighbouring regions. On paper, this appears as regional integration. In reality, unguarded openness risks undermining the very industries that sustain our economy and strategic autonomy. Bangladesh has built export industries that form the backbone of the nation—ready-made Continue Reading
Navy-Run NCT Sets Historic Daily Record, Handling Over 5,000 TEUs in 24 Hours
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe New Mooring Terminal (NCT) at Chittagong Port has set a new standard for Bangladesh’s maritime trade, achieving a record 5,019 TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units) handled in just 24 hours. Operated by Chittagong Drydock Ltd, a Bangladesh Navy enterprise, this milestone marks a dramatic leap in efficiency only weeks after Continue Reading
Sheikh Bashir Uddin Appointed Chairman of Biman Bangladesh Airlines
Reading Time: 2 minutesSheikh Bashir Uddin, Advisor to the Ministry of Civil Aviation and Tourism, has been appointed Chairman of Biman Bangladesh Airlines, ushering in a new era of reform for the state-owned carrier. This strategic move aligns with the government’s broader plan to modernise the airline, enhance operational efficiency, and strengthen international Continue Reading
Biman on Right Track, but Safety and Discipline Remain Crucial
Reading Time: 4 minutesBiman Bangladesh Airlines has recorded a historic milestone in its journey, registering a record Tk 937 crore profit in the financial year 2024–25. For the national carrier, which has long struggled with inefficiency, losses, and questions over sustainability, this achievement marks a turning point. It reflects the impact of reforms Continue Reading
Biman Bangladesh Posts Record Tk 937 Crore Profit in FY25
Reading Time: < 1 minuteBiman Bangladesh Airlines has reported the highest profit in its 55-year history, posting a net profit of Tk 937 crore for the fiscal year 2024-25. The figure, confirmed by the airline on Monday, nearly doubles its previous record of Tk 440 crore in FY 2021-22. Biman officials said the result Continue Reading