Dhaka, April 7 -- Bangladesh is poised to become the world's largest cotton importer in the current fiscal year, driven by its strategic geopolitical position and a shifting global trade environment, according to industry insiders and trade experts.

They, however, caution that the ongoing geopolitical challenges may threaten a steady cotton supply, potentially disrupting the country's vital export sector.

In this context, Foreign Affairs Adviser Md Touhid Hossain said, "We are considering importing cotton from the US, to minimise the trade gap with the country and encourage the US agriculture production."

He noted that increased cotton imports from the US could mutually benefit American suppliers and Bangladeshi businesses, while also ...