Bangladesh has a well-defined framework of copyright exceptions that aligns with the principle of fair use, thereby allowing the lawful utilisation of copyrighted works by others without the need for prior authorisation. The Copyright Act of 2023 introduces the term "fair use" in Section 2(42), which provides definitions for key terms used throughout the legislation. In addition, Sections 70 and 73 of the Act elaborate on the scope and limitations of fair use, specifying the conditions under which copyrighted works may be used without constituting infringement. The Copyright Act of 2023 repealed and replaced the Copyright Act of 2000, which also established a clear framework of copyright exceptions based on fair use, as outlined in its Section 72.

It is reported that one of the factors hindering copyright enforcement in Bangladesh is the widespread prevalence of unchecked piracy, including the unauthorised reproduction of books, films, software, and digital media. The piracy of copyrighted goods is particularly severe, with estimates indicating that approximately 90% of software and nearly all sound recordings, books, and films are pirated. In addition, it has been suggested that virtually all households with computers operate pirated copies of software such as Microsoft Office and Adobe Photoshop.

Bangladesh has not adopted the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) Copyright Treaty.

Bangladesh is not a signatory of the 1996 World Trade Organization (WTO) Information Technology Agreement (ITA) nor the 2015 expansion (ITA II).

Section 33 of the Public Procurement Act stipulates that an open international procurement method should be adopted only when it is not feasible to conduct procurement through the invitation of competitive tenders within the country, and it reasonably appears to the procuring entity that effective international competition cannot be ensured without special measures.

Arts. 83(1)(e) and 98(21)(e), along with Schedule II of the Public Procurement Rules, establish a price-preference scheme for domestic suppliers in the context of international tendering. Under this scheme, locals are entitled to a price preference of up to 15% for goods when competing against international bidders under equivalent conditions.

Corruption allegations are common in Bangladesh's public procurement. Foreign stakeholders cite outdated specifications, biased tendering, and lack of transparency. Reports suggest bid rigging, bribery, and anticompetitive practices.

Bangladesh is not a party to the World Trade Organization (WTO) Agreement on Government Procurement (GPA) nor does it have observer status.

According to Section 4.06 of the "Regulatory and Licensing Guidelines on Broadband Wireless Access (BWA) Services Operator Licences", foreign ownership in BWA services is restricted to a maximum of 60%. Additionally, Section 5.2 of the "Regulatory and Licensing Guidelines for Issuing Licences for Tower Sharing in Bangladesh" stipulates that foreign ownership in tower sharing is limited to 70%.

It is reported all foreign companies must secure approval from the relevant ministries and regulatory agencies to invest in the country. The Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) is primarily responsible for screening, reviewing, and approving investments; however, other authorities, such as the Bangladesh Hi-Tech Park Authority (BHTPA), may also be involved. In assessing an investment proposal, particular emphasis is placed on various factors, including the ratio of domestic sales to exports, employment generation, and overall value addition to the economy. Additionally,

It is reported that in case of establishing a branch office or representative/liaison office, the minimum inward remittance that is required to be brought into Bangladesh by the foreign company is USD 50,000.

Appendix 7 of the National Industrial Policy 2022 lists certain strategic sectors, including telecommunications (mobile/cellular and landline services), satellite channels, and VOIP/IP telephony, which required a "No Objection Certificate" (NOC) for foreign investment.

Section 6.10 of the Bangladesh Patents Act empowers the Registrar to require a foreign patent holder to disclose the details of their technology, enabling Bangladeshi citizens to utilise the patented invention using their general expertise. It is reported that the imposition of this requirement exclusively on foreign applicants in the patent granting process may be considered a form of discrimination, thereby potentially violating the principle of national treatment.