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**Fuel oil prices are falling in the global market due to Trump's tariff storm, how will Bangladesh benefit**

Fuel oil prices continue to fall in the global market after the US imposed retaliatory tariffs

By Akterul IslamPublished 10 months ago 4 min read
Fuel oil prices continue to fall in the global market after the US imposed retaliatory tariffs

How will Bangladesh benefit from the global decline in fuel oil prices brought on by Trump's tariff war? Fuel oil prices in the global market are affected by various international factors. The global economy, tariff policy, war and political instability, decisions made by producing nations, and brand-new technological advancements are all examples of these. In particular, the changes that have come to the global market through the tariff policy of former US President Donald Trump can bring benefits to many countries, and Bangladesh can also benefit considerably from it. In this analysis, we will see how fuel oil prices are falling due to Trump's tariff policy and how its benefits can be reflected in Bangladesh.

1. Trump's tariff policy and the impact of the global market

Throughout his term as president of the United States, which runs from 2017 to 2021, Donald Trump has repeatedly imposed tariffs on a variety of international trade relations. The high tariffs that the United States of America imposes on a number of other nations as part of his tariff policy cause price swings and disruptions in the global supply chain. However, the oil and gas market will suffer the most. Among the countries that play a major role in determining oil prices in the world market, Saudi Arabia, Russia, the United States and other OPEC (Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries) members are important. As a result of Trump's tariff policy and the deterioration of foreign relations, some countries decided to increase their production, which led to an increase in supply, which reduced oil prices. The rise in US shale oil production in particular has contributed to a stabilization and sometimes even a decline in global oil prices.2. Impact on the fuel oil market in Bangladesh

Bangladesh mainly imports fuel oil from exports, from the Middle East and other oil-producing countries. In order to boost production, prices have fallen in some nations as a result of Trump's tariff policy. In particular, when oil prices fall on the global market, they also fall in Bangladesh, which has some positive effects on the economy of the country. 2.1. Lower fuel costs Bangladesh's fuel costs may decrease as a result of the decrease in oil prices. The energy sector is important to the economy of Bangladesh. Fuels such as coal, gas and oil are used to generate electricity in the country. In particular, reducing fuel costs in oil-based power plants also reduces the cost of electricity generation. This reduction in costs creates an opportunity to reduce electricity prices, which can be beneficial for the general public.

2.2. Investing in foreign currency Bangladesh's foreign exchange reserves could be saved by a drop in global oil prices. Every year, Bangladesh spends a lot of foreign currency to buy a lot of oil from other countries. If oil prices decrease, import costs will decrease, resulting in saving foreign exchange. As a result, the financial situation of Bangladesh may improve slightly, and the government's foreign exchange reserves may grow. 2.3. Potential positive impact on the industrial sector

A decrease in oil prices may also reduce production costs, especially in the case of oil-based industries. Various industries in Bangladesh such as refineries, petroleum products, transport, etc. are dependent on oil and gas. A decrease in oil prices may increase the profits of these industries as their production costs decrease and new investment opportunities may be created. This can improve the country's industrial sector and create employment.

3. Benefits in the transportation sector

In Bangladesh, oil prices play an important role in the transportation sector. If oil prices decrease, transportation costs also decrease, which will help reduce costs in transporting goods and passengers. In Bangladesh, where the number of vehicles is very high and transportation costs are a huge burden for the common people, reducing oil prices can reduce these costs and improve the standard of living of the common people.

3.1. Reduction in raw material prices

In addition, if oil prices decrease, the cost of transporting raw materials can decrease, which can reduce the prices of various products such as food, clothing, medicines, etc. This can reduce the cost of living of the common people, which can be helpful for economic stability.

4. Long-term perspective

If oil prices decrease, Bangladesh government can bring greater benefits. The government will be able to implement new investment and development projects in the energy sector. In addition, government revenue can increase by reducing corruption in the energy sector. The government will be able to spend more money on other development projects if oil prices remain stable, which could help the country's economy and social development. 5. Challenges

However, with the fall in oil prices come some difficulties. For example, low oil prices in the long run can create instability among oil-producing countries in the world market. This instability can be dangerous for Bangladesh, especially when the country is dependent on other countries. Moreover, low oil prices can also affect the collection of some duties in Bangladesh, since the government's revenue depends on oil import duties.

In the end In summary, Trump's tariff policy and the decline in oil prices in the world market can bring some benefits to Bangladesh. Lower oil prices reduce the country's fuel costs, save foreign exchange, benefit the industrial sector, and reduce costs in the transportation sector. However, there are also some challenges in the long run, which need to be addressed. With the right policies and plans, Bangladesh can fully benefit from this situation.

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