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Bangladesh at the Brink: Debt Rising, Development Stalled, Economy in Peril

Bangladesh’s economy is facing one of its most critical moments in recent history.
Rising debt, falling investment, and stalled development are forming a dangerous economic storm.

📉 Debt Is Rising Faster Than Growth
In just one year, government debt jumped by 2.5 trillion taka, reaching 21.44 trillion by June 2025.
But the real problem? This debt is not creating economic growth.

🏭 Investment Has Nearly Stopped
Political uncertainty, banking sector irregularities, high interest rates, and the dollar crisis have pushed entrepreneurs to the sidelines.
Factories are cutting production.
New jobs? Rare.
Layoffs? Rising.

🚧 Development Projects Are Slowing Down
After the change of government, development spending in many ministries dropped by 10–30%.
ADP implementation has fallen below 68% — the lowest in a decade.

💰 Corruption and Bureaucracy Are Crushing Progress
Economists point to an inefficient administration, delays, wasteful spending, and entrenched corruption.
Entrepreneurs now say corruption is hurting business more than policy instability.

📉 Revenue Collection Is Weak
Bangladesh still has the lowest tax-to-GDP ratio in South Asia.
When revenue falls, development shrinks — and borrowing grows.

🚨 Mega Projects Are Bleeding Money
Cost overruns, delays, and flawed planning are accelerating external debt at one of the fastest rates in the region.

💸 Interest Payments Are Exploding
This year alone, interest payments hit 1.32 trillion taka — a 17% increase — pushing the national budget into a cycle dependent on interest servicing.