Bangladesh economy
The Rise and Fall of Sheikh Hasina: Bangladesh's Iron Lady from Power to Exile
Nov 17, 2025 09:40 pm CST
From her birth as the daughter of Bangladesh's founding father to her four terms as prime minister and eventual death sentence in absentia, this article chronicles Sheikh Hasina's remarkable political journey, her economic achievements, controversial governance, and ultimate downfall following the 2024 student protests that forced her into exile in India.
Bangladesh Airport Cargo Fire Threatens $1 Billion Loss to Garment Industry During Peak Export Season
Oct 20, 2025 03:46 pm CST
A devastating fire at Dhaka's Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport cargo complex has put Bangladesh's garment export industry at risk of $1 billion in losses. Coming during peak shipping season, the fire destroyed critical raw materials, finished products, and essential samples needed for securing new business. This is the third major fire affecting the country's crucial garment sector in one week, threatening Bangladesh's position as the world's second-largest apparel exporter.