Bangladesh is facing huge pressure on its major macroeconomic indicators at a time when its foreign exchange reserves continue depleting. Meanwhile, the upcoming national election has created a tense situation in the political environment.

Why is Bangladesh facing economic problems? Why did the country fail to follow IMF's loan conditions? What are the remedies?

Prof Rashed Al Mahmud Titumir, chairman of the Development Studies Department of the Dhaka University, discusses the issues in today's Star Connects with The Daily Star Reporter Ahsan Habib.