- The industry trend of importers shifting manufacturing bases from China to Vietnam and India is being analyzed in light of Donald Trump's tariffs, with input from Capital Economics.
- Under Trump's trade agenda, multiple economies including Vietnam, China, Taiwan, and Japan are targeted, leading to potential new tariffs and heightened tensions.
- The export performance of Vietnam, China, and Bangladesh is being driven by intense US market competition and consumer spending pressures.
Bangladesh Tourism Declines Amid Study of Vietnam and China Visa Policies
What happened
Bangladesh has recorded a gradual decline in foreign tourist arrivals over the last two years, attributed to political turmoil, security concerns, and inadequate infrastructure. In the first six months of 2026, the country received 239,400 foreign visitors, a decline of around 20 percent year-on-year, according to data compiled by the Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics and Bangladesh Bank.
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Why it matters
The decline in inbound tourism negatively affects foreign-currency earnings for Bangladesh. Experts noted that countries like China and Vietnam are making it easier for Bangladeshis to obtain visas, highlighting the importance of attracting foreign money into the country.
The export performance of Vietnam, China, and Bangladesh is being driven by intense US market competition and consumer spending pressures.
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Who's involved
- VietnamCountry whose visa policies are being studied for inbound tourism.
- ChinaCountry whose visa policies are being studied for inbound tourism.
- BangladeshCountry experiencing a gradual decline in foreign tourist arrivals.
- Bangladesh BankCentral bank of Bangladesh involved in compiling arrival data.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- BangladeshSpeculative
Might see a reduction in foreign currency earnings due to the decline in tourist arrivals.
- Bangladesh BankSpeculative
Could face pressure on reserves as foreign currency earnings decline.
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The entities involved
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Vietnam
country in Southeast Asia
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China
cultural region, ancient civilization, and nation in East Asia; mostly refers to the People's Republic of China in political situation and rarely refers to the Republic of China
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Bangladesh
country in South Asia
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