EU–India FTA Reshapes South Asia’s Trade Hierarchy, Raising Pressure on Bangladesh’s EU Export Model
The Diplomat reports that the EU–India free trade agreement concluded on January 27, 2026 will eliminate key tariffs on Indian exports, intensifying competition in the EU market. The document suggests Bangladesh faces heightened trade-diversion and post-2029 preference risks unless it secures GSP+ or a new framework and upgrades beyond price-led apparel exports.