Reform shortfalls in key sectors still undermine Bangladesh's ability to cope with domestic economic challenges as well as external shocks.
The debt bubble is ominous, given Bangladesh’s narrow export base and heavy reliance on remittance inflows.
The proposed budget for 2025-26 fiscal year is at an opportune moment in Bangladesh's economic and political economy.
Such a tax would directly eat into the amount that families receive back home, discouraging many from sending remittances via official banking channels
The non-tariff barriers hurt Bangladesh-India trade, increasing costs and damaging bilateral trust
The separation of policy and operational functions is a good step. It reflects international best practices
The development of private sector capabilities is a prerequisite for securing sustainable economic growth.
It is worth looking beyond the immediate economic cost of the IMF loan
Reform shortfalls in key sectors still undermine Bangladesh's ability to cope with domestic economic challenges as well as external shocks.
The debt bubble is ominous, given Bangladesh’s narrow export base and heavy reliance on remittance inflows.
The proposed budget for 2025-26 fiscal year is at an opportune moment in Bangladesh's economic and political economy.
Such a tax would directly eat into the amount that families receive back home, discouraging many from sending remittances via official banking channels
The non-tariff barriers hurt Bangladesh-India trade, increasing costs and damaging bilateral trust
The separation of policy and operational functions is a good step. It reflects international best practices
The development of private sector capabilities is a prerequisite for securing sustainable economic growth.
It is worth looking beyond the immediate economic cost of the IMF loan
One major challenge is the escalation of uncertainty, a notable trend in the global trade regime.
Implementing the desired reforms in Bangladesh is particularly challenging due to the complexities of political and social realities.
