Until the fall of Sheikh Hasina's government in 2024, Bangladesh's economy was heavily shaped by rampant corruption, plundering, and illicit asset transfers.
We must reciprocate their contributions and sacrifices
New year brings new opportunities for Bangladesh
Many are struggling due to trauma and lack of means
Although the reforms have just started, some positive results are already visible.
Their exhausting wait for subsidised essentials is quite telling
Govt must stabilise the economy, restore business confidence
In a nation where poverty remains a pressing issue, this relentless inflationary trend has thrust countless families to the precipice of financial instability.
Cooperative efforts, sound leadership vital going ahead
The year 2023 was indeed one of the most difficult ones in the recent history of Bangladesh in terms of economic performance.
The present government started its journey at a time when the global economic environment was conducive to growth and low inflation. Food prices had stabilised after the global food crisis of 2007-08. Interest rates were lowered globally in response to the global economic crisis of 2008.
