Dhaka, June 17 -- Bangladesh's economy is under growing pressure as GDP growth slows, foreign investment declines and unemployment rises, raising concerns among economists and industry insiders that the economy could face long-term instability without urgent reforms.
According to the latest World Bank report, GDP growth for the current fiscal year may drop to 3.3 percent, the lowest in two decades.
At the same time, the Ministry of Finance reports that foreign investment fell by over 70 percent in the first six months of FY2024-25.
The World Bank's April publication 'Bangladesh Development Update' warns that by 2025, an additional 3 million people may fall into poverty, driven by weak investment and growing internal challenges.
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