The Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD) has called for a review of the trade agreement signed with the United States by the outgoing interim government, warning that it may not serve the country’s long-term economic interests. At a press conference on Saturday, CPD Research Director Dr Khondaker Golam Moazzem urged the new government to review the interim US trade deal to ensure it aligns with national interests. CPD claimed that the administration led by Professor Dr Muhammad Yunus finalized what it described as a discriminatory agreement with the US government at the end of its tenure, which could create pressure on future trade and economic policies. Speakers at the press conference said the new administration’s key challenge will be to formulate a coordinated and balanced trade policy that prioritizes national interests. They expressed hope that the government will carefully review the matter and take necessary steps to safeguard the country’s long-term economic interests.

Source: Dhaka Tribune February 28, 2026 08:44 UTC