The government is confronting a significant challenge in meeting its income tax collection targets, as a substantial proportion of registered taxpayers are failing to submit their annual tax returns within the stipulated deadline. Despite the widespread issuance of electronic Tax Identification Numbers (e-TINs), compliance levels remain markedly low, prompting the National Board of Revenue (NBR) […]

Bangladesh’s trade and financial relations with the global economy continue to expand steadily, driven by rising volumes of imports and exports, strong remittance inflows, and increased international financial transactions. In this evolving environment, foreign exchange rates play a pivotal role in shaping economic activity across multiple sectors, including trade settlement, import costing, and remittance valuation. […]