NBR-BTF Organized Launching Ceremony of the Import-Export Hub

The National Board of Revenue (NBR) and The U.S. Department of Agriculture Bangladesh Trade Facilitation project jointly organized the launching ceremony of the Import-Export Hub on 23 February 2025, at Multipurpose Hall, NBR. Mr. Chowdhury Ashik Mahmud Bin Harun, Chairman of the Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA), attended the event as the Chief Guest, while Md. Hafizur Rahman, Administrator of the Federation of Bangladesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FBCCI), was present as the Special Guest. The newly launched Import-Export Hub (https://hub.bangladeshcustoms.gov.bd/) is a comprehensive digital platform providing centralized access to all customs and tariff-related information. Developed with support from BTF project, this platform aims to simplify business processes and improve efficiency offering access to; HS Code-specific document requirements, necessary import-export certifications, applicable tariff rates and total tax incidence, and statutory Regulatory Orders (SROs) and trade agreement benefits. The platform enhances transparency, reduces administrative burdens, and accelerates trade facilitation with user-friendly search options and real-time regulatory updates. This initiative marks a crucial milestone in Bangladesh’s digital transformation, reinforcing its commitment to seamless global trade integration.