Bangladesh faces economic strain ahead of election - The

Md Tarek Hossain:Bangladesh’s economy continues to struggle, with little relief in sight as the country heads towards a national election. Despite efforts by the interim government, economic pressures have remained high, affecting millions of ordinary citizens. Recent data shows that GDP growth has slowed sharply to just 2.3 % this year, down from over 6 % in previous years. Inflation has surged past 12 %, with food prices rising by 16 %, hitting low- and middle-income families hardest. Many households are struggling to meet basic needs, and experts warn that nearly three million more people could fall into extreme poverty by the end of 2025. The flow of remittances from overseas Bangladeshis has dropped by 11 %, while youth unemployment...