Dhaka, June 4 -- The Foreign Investors' Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) acknowledged the Government's commitment in the National Budget 2025-26 towards equitable economic transformation and fiscal consolidation. With a proposed budget size of Tk. 7,90,000 crore (12.7% of GDP), the government has targeted 6.5% GDP growth and a projected decline in inflation to 8%, a significant drop of 321 basis points. FICCI views the budget's reform direction as positive; however, the implementation of certain tax measures may create unintended burdens on industries and individuals. These observations were shared by Zaved Akhtar, President of FICCI, at a post-budget press meet held today at FICCI.

FICCI expressed concern over increased tax burd...