Bangladesh must implement decisive measures to rectify its structural vulnerabilities, governance deficiencies, and external dependencies.
Prevent exploitation by traffickers, create economic opportunities at home
Reopen closed factories, settle workers’ dues
How have local private sector businesses fared in recent years?
There is no certainty that the economic aspects won’t deteriorate further.
Although the reforms have just started, some positive results are already visible.
The mass movement in July and August 2024 had not only resulted in the tragic death of hundreds and severe injuries to thousands, but also subdued economic activity.
Given the current economic reality of Bangladesh, recovering stolen assets must be a top priority for the interim government.
There are many hurdles to overcome in the coming days
Fresh sovereign rating downgrade shows much remains to be done
Govt has a lot to do to recover business and investor confidence
Govt must address the plight of low-income workers, entrepreneurs
Its lack of independence has had disastrous effects
Lack of proper government actions is costing citizens dearly
Economic reforms should not end here, though
Rise in reverse migration has raised concerns
Uncontrolled inflationary pressure is one of the most problematic phenomena in the country.
Govt should rethink strategies to combat persistent food insecurity
Food prices continue to climb as the holy month begins
