India has withdrawn transhipment facilities for Bangladeshi exports due to actions by Dhaka affecting bilateral trade, according to the External Affairs Ministry. This decision follows Bangladesh's suspension of Indian yarn imports and closure of three land ports. The move aims to address congestion at Indian ports and airports.
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