How can Bangladesh resolve economic, political problems?

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 scenario.

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

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