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He told The Daily Star that the upcoming diplomatic engagement aims to formally communicate Bangladesh’s objections.

While Rahman suggested the direct impact on Bangladesh’s export volumes might prove manageable in the short term, there would be broader economic consequences.

“These measures will inevitably contribute to inflationary pressures that will reverberate through both our economies. American consumers will ultimately bear the cost through higher prices,” he said.

Rahman added that President Trump himself indicated in his announcement that he remains open to bilateral negotiations with affected nations.

“We intend to pursue this opening vigorously and believe a more rational tariff adjustment can be achieved through constructive dialogue.”

Commerce Adviser Sk Bashir Uddin, senior officials from the National Board of Revenue, representatives from major trade bodies, members of the Bangladesh Trade and Tariff Commission and policy specialists from various government agencies were present at the meeting.