Dhaka, Aug. 30 -- Economists and policy experts warn that Bangladesh's growth is being hindered by elite dominance, calling for urgent reforms and restructuring to ensure fair power distribution, accountability, and inclusive development.

At a discussion in Dhaka on Saturday, speakers said Bangladesh's economic future depends not only on policy reforms but also on a fairer distribution of power, stronger accountability, and the creation of a more competitive economy.

The discussion, "Economic Strategies and Political Settlements: Our Current Economic Challenges and Ways Forward," was part of theBengal Delta Conference 2025: Bangladesh at the Crossroads, organised by the Dacca Institute of Research and Analytics (DAIRA) at the InterConti...