Salehuddin: Bangladesh’s Economy Shows Strong Signs of Recovery
Finance Adviser Dr. Salehuddin Ahmed today said that Bangladesh's economy is rebounding steadily due to different measures taken by the government to infuse dynamism in the overall economic activities. "The economy is not destroyed; rather, it is rebounding and is in a better condition now compared to the challenging period experienced in August. The economy is currently in a state of recovery with significant improvements witnessed in key sectors," he said. The adviser made the remarks while speaking as the chief guest at the "Nagad-DRU Best Reporting Award 2025", International Mother Language Institute auditorium in the city.
Salehuddin Ahmed pointed to concrete signs of positive momentum, highlighting improvement in both reserves and exports. Despite acknowledging existing domestic challenges, he said that Bangladesh holds a largely positive perception internationally. Major global institutions recognize the work being done by the country and acknowledge its progress, he added. Looking ahead, the finance adviser called for fiscal prudence and accountability, referencing past expenditures on mega projects.
He remarked that some projects have become monuments, consuming hundreds of crores of Taka but yielding limited practical benefits. He said that lessons must be learned from these experiences, urging for greater accountability and restraint in future projects. The adviser stated, "The coming months are crucial. A key responsibility is to refine and coordinate existing structures so they can be handed over to the incoming government, enabling them to be advanced more modernly and effectively."
Saying that national development cannot be restricted solely to the economy, Dr. Ahmed emphasized that people require more than just food and basic sustenance. "Crucial components for comprehensive development include education, health, and social security. Focusing on these areas is imperative to make Bangladesh a happier and more developed nation," he added. The adviser, however, called for the importance of journalistic responsibility and encouraged journalists to conduct investigative reporting to uncover deep truths and to engage in constructive criticism, pointing out flaws.
Dr Ahmed reassured the audience that the country is progressing and is expected to advance even faster in the future. Chairman of the Management Board BPO-Nagad Kaiser A. Chowdhury attended the function as the special guest while Dhaka Reporters Unity President Abu Saleh Akon and its General Secretary Mynul Hasan Sohel spoke.
