Trump tariffs hit Bangladesh apparel factories, threaten workers' jobs

Halted U.S. orders strain garment makers' operation costs

Bangladesh apparel factories and workers began feeling the pitch after U.S. President Donald Trump announced "reciprocal" tariffs on April 2. (Photo by Yuji Kuronuma)

SYFUL ISLAM

April 10, 2025 16:11 JST

DHAKA -- Garment supplier Abdullah Al Mamun woke up on Thursday morning last week only to receive worrisome messages, a day after U.S. President Donald Trump slapped a 37% "reciprocal" tariff on Bangladeshi products in addition to a usual 15% tariff.