Dhaka, July 19 -- Bangladesh is navigating a critical phase in trade negotiations with the United States, as hopes for tariff relief remain uncertain.

Despite progress on a few fronts, the US administration has yet to offer any firm assurances regarding the reduction of additional tariffs imposed on Bangladeshi exports.

With a third round of negotiations under preparation, Dhaka is working to regain lost ground.

However, the looming threat of tariff hikes-potentially raising total duties to between 51 and 54 percent - poses significant risks to the country's key export industries, particularly ready-made garments (RMG).

Currently, Bangladeshi exports, especially gar ments which account for over 80 percent of total export earnings, fac...