Bangladesh Requests Three-Month Delay on US Tariffs

Bangladesh's interim government, led by Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus, has formally requested U.S. President Donald Trump to delay a 37% reciprocal tariff on Bangladeshi goods for three months. This request comes as part of efforts to enhance bilateral trade and increase imports of U.S. agricultural products, including liquefied natural gas, corn, and cotton. Yunus emphasized that Bangladesh has the lowest tariffs on U.S. exports in South Asia and outlined ongoing reforms to reduce non-tariff barriers. The letter to Trump also highlights Bangladesh's previous initiatives to boost American exports, including a multi-year agreement to import U.S. liquefied natural gas. Additionally, Yunus assured Trump of Bangladesh's commitment to support U.S. trade interests, proposing measures such as duty-free warehousing for U.S. cotton. The interim government aims to finalize these actions within three months to foster stronger economic ties with the United States.