Country’s 1st female PM, architect of reform Khaleda Zia
Country’s 1st female PM, architect of reform Khaleda Zia

Begum Khaleda Zia rose to national leadership after winning the general elections held in the aftermath of the 1990 mass uprising. With her victory, she became the first female Prime Minister of Bangladesh and the second female Prime Minister of a Muslim-majority country in world history. During...

Inflation, unemployment, defaults push economy into deep crisis
Inflation, unemployment, defaults push economy into deep crisis

The countrys economy is in a deep crisis, driven by persistent inflation, stagnant wages, rising unemployment, weak investment, and severe stress in the banking sector. Although official data point to modest improvements, millions of low- and middle-income households continue to struggle as living...

IMF to decide next loan installment after political govt formed: Finance Adviser
IMF to decide next loan installment after political govt formed: Finance Adviser

Finance Adviser Dr Salehuddin Ahmed said on Sunday that the International Monetary Fund (IMF) will make a final decision on releasing Bangladeshs next loan installment only after the formation of the new political government, reports UNB. The IMF acknowledges the governments efforts to address...