DHAKA, Jan 31, 2026 (BSS) - Policies should focus on safeguarding fiscal sustainability and strengthening macro-financial stability, while implementing comprehensive structural reforms over the medium-term to strengthen governance, create jobs, and promote economic diversification in Bangladesh. Bangladesh’s economic growth has slowed recently, while inflation has remained elevated. Directors stressed the need for ambitious fiscal reforms. They encouraged the authorities to undertake bold tax policy reforms, simplify the tax system, and strengthen tax administration and compliance to mobilize revenue. A staff team visits the country, collects economic and financial information, and discusses with officials the country's economic developments and policies.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha January 31, 2026 10:27 UTC