Dhaka, July 27 -- As the world braces for a turbulent 2025 shaped by geopolitical unrest, climate threats, and economic uncertainty, Bangladesh must act fast to shield its economy from deepening headwinds.

This was the core message from the 30th Annual Council of the International Chamber of Commerce - Bangladesh (ICCB), held in Dhaka on Saturday, where business leaders and economic experts gathered to chart a path through an increasingly unstable global landscape.

Presenting a detailed report on behalf of the Executive Board, ICCB President Mahbubur Rahman warned that the combination of external shocks, ranging from Red Sea disruptions and regional conflicts to rising economic nationalism, poses significant challenges for developing ec...