June 06, 2026
Only 15 percent VAT will apply under the temporary tax relief scheme
The government also considers reducing customs duties on the import of passenger buses
The existing duty ranges from 61.80 percent to 93.16 percent on imported electric buses, cars, and trucks
He says the US may impose license fees on trading partners
Locally assembled handsets priced above Tk 30,000 will also see price relief as component duties fall
The metro rail VAT has also been withdrawn
Duty cut forms part of plan to offset surplus with US amid tariff concerns
Importers have been paying taxes amounting to 136 percent on imported fruits
