Dhaka, Oct. 14 -- A growing wave of Chinese and Indian companies is eyeing Bangladesh's textile and garment sector as an emerging alternative for relocation, driven by steep US tariffs and rising production costs.

Industry insiders say global buyers, particularly from the United States, have been scouting for new sourcing hubs for years due to the US-China trade war.

The latest tariff hikes have only accelerated that shift, with Bangladesh appearing increasingly on investors' radar.

While many local exporters see this as a chance to benefit from Chinese expertise and technology, others worry that foreign players could intensify competition in areas where Bangladesh already leads.

Yet, with global trade dynamics changing fast, the coun...