Bangladesh has taken a major step to avoid heavy U.S. tariffs by placing an order for 25 aircraft from Boeing, the large American plane maker. This is a sharp increase from an earlier plan to buy just 14 planes.
This bold decision comes at a time when trade tensions between Bangladesh and the United States are rising. The United States government, under the Trump administration’s trade policies, has threatened to impose a 35% tariff on Bangladeshi goods, which could badly hurt the country’s export sector. Most of these exports are garments sent to American buyers, a market that brings in billions of dollars each year for the country.
To protect this trade, Bangladesh is now working fast to reduce the $6 billion trade gap with the United States. The new Boeing deal is one of the biggest parts of that plan.
Bangladesh Steps Up with Bigger Aircraft Deal
According to Commerce Secretary Mahbubur Rahman, the country urgently needs new aircraft to meet growing demands in the aviation sector. “Initially, it was 14 planes — now it’s 25,” Rahman told reporters, referring to the updated Boeing order.
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The new aircraft will help modernize the country’s airlines and expand air travel. The increased order is also meant to send a strong message. By purchasing more planes from the United States, Bangladesh hopes to ease pressure from Washington and improve trade ties.
This deal is important for both countries. It helps Bangladesh show commitment to fair trade, while also supporting jobs and businesses in the U.S. aviation industry.
The planes will likely be used by the country’s national carrier, Biman Bangladesh Airlines and other local airlines, which are seeing more passengers and need modern fleets to grow safely.
Key American Products Added to Import List
Along with the aircraft purchase, the country is also increasing the imports of key American goods. These include wheat, soybean oil, and cotton, which are vital for food and clothing production in the country.
A new deal signed earlier this month allows Bangladesh to import 700,000 tonnes of U.S. wheat every year for the next five years. This agreement was finalized between the Bangladesh Ministry of Commerce and the United States trade officials as part of broader efforts to narrow the trade gap.
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More imports of the United States cotton will support the country’s garment industry, which depends on raw materials to make clothes for global markets. Cotton from the U.S. is known for its quality and already plays a big role in clothing exports.
Soybean oil, used in millions of homes across the country, is also being added to the list of goods that will now come more from American suppliers.
Bangladesh Moves Quickly to Protect Its Export Industry
All these actions are part of a larger plan to protect the country’s export industry, especially the garment sector, from the impact of possible United States tariffs. A 35% tariff would make their clothes more expensive for American buyers, which could lead to a big drop in orders.
The new Boeing order and increased imports are aimed at showing the United States that Bangladesh is serious about fixing the trade imbalance. By buying more from America, the country hopes to keep its access to one of its biggest and most valuable markets.
These steps mark one of the strongest trade efforts by Bangladesh in recent years. The goal is clear: to stop rising tariffs before they cause damage to the economy.