State Minister for Commerce Ahsanul Islam Titu announced today that Bangladesh is set to sign agreements with Myanmar and India to import essential goods. Speaking at an event organized by the Bangladesh Secretariat Reporters Forum (BSRF) at the secretariat, Titu said the Trading Corporation of Bangladesh (TCB) will sign the agreements on behalf of the government.
The agreement with India aims to ensure a steady supply of daily essentials. Additionally, a deal with Myanmar is being finalized to import essential commodities and enhance river transport communication. Titu mentioned that they hope to sign the agreement with Myanmar in July.
“Our primary goal is to provide relief to the common people and maintain market stability. These steps are part of our efforts to achieve that,” he stated.
Titu also highlighted the importance of expanding land ports and border haats (markets) to facilitate trade, particularly in remote border areas. He emphasized the government’s initiatives to improve facilities for people living in these regions.
The event was conducted by BSRF President Fasih Uddin Mahtab and General Secretary Masudul Haque.
