Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman to attend UN General Assembly in New York
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Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman travels to the United States on September 21 to attend the U.N. General Assembly. The visit is his third international trip since taking office in February. Officials are discussing a possible meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump.
Key Facts
- Rahman's U.S. visit is his third international trip as prime minister, following visits to Malaysia and China.
- U.S. President Donald Trump thanked Rahman for buying 25 Boeing aircraft in an August 31 letter.
- Bangladesh exported $7.74 billion in ready-made garments to the United States in FY 2025–26.
- China imported $1.3 billion of Bangladeshi goods across all categories in calendar year 2025.
- Rahman invited Chinese manufacturers to establish operations in Bangladesh at a Beijing investment forum on June 25.
US Visit Agenda
Rahman travels to the United States on September 21 to attend the U.N. General Assembly meeting. Officials are discussing a possible meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump. The visit gives Rahman a chance to seek U.S. investment and better trade terms following his talks in Beijing.
Trade Imbalance
Bangladesh exported $7.74 billion in ready-made garments to the United States in FY 2025–26. China imported $1.3 billion of Bangladeshi goods across all categories in calendar year 2025. The figures illustrate the importance of American buyers to Bangladesh.
China Engagement
At an investment forum in Beijing on June 25, Rahman invited Chinese manufacturers to establish operations in Bangladesh. He announced plans for an investment office in China. China and Bangladesh agreed to hold strategic talks and explore a '2+2' dialogue involving foreign and defense ministry officials. They also agreed to expand military exchanges, visits, and training.
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