National Security Advisor Dr. Khalilur Rahman stated that Bangladesh has successfully avoided a potential 35% tariff, a development he described as crucial for the country's garment sector and millions of workers. He emphasized that the negotiations maintained Bangladesh’s global competitiveness and expanded access to the world’s largest consumer market. Bangladesh agreed to import more U.S. agricultural products as part of the deal. The new 20% tariff aligns Bangladesh with competitors like Sri Lanka, Vietnam, and Pakistan—while India now faces a 25% tariff after failing to secure a similar agreement.