June 06, 2026
The gains come after both benchmarks had fallen more than $1 earlier on Thursday ahead of Trump's speech
He delivered his 19-minute speech against a backdrop of high global oil prices and his own low approval ratings
Despite the speaker’s call for calm opposition lawmakers left the chamber chanting slogans
He will speak to the citizens for the first time as head of government to outline his government’s priorities
Ensuring a joyful, safe, and credible democratic experience for every voter is the moral and constitutional responsibility of all, he says
The speech will be broadcast live on Bangladesh Television (BTV) and Bangladesh Betar
Trump says inflation defeated without acknowledging pain felt by Americans and repeatedly strays from economic argument
The plan is aimed at serving the people’s interests, driving development and changing the fortunes of ordinary citizens, he says
