Dhaka is set to host a two-day Economic Reform Summit on October 27-28, aiming to build consensus on critical economic reforms. The summit brings together policymakers, economists, and business leaders to address Bangladesh's pressing economic challenges and shape an actionable agenda before the 2026 general elections.
Bangladesh's Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (Ecnec) has rejected the 'Climate-Resilient Livelihood Enhancement Project' worth Tk1,268.80 crore due to significant environmental concerns. The project, focusing heavily on infrastructure, was deemed misaligned with sustainable development in the ecologically sensitive Haor region.
Bangladesh has strongly condemned the brutal killing of three of its citizens by a mob in Tripura, India, on October 15, 2025, demanding an impartial investigation. India's MEA stated the men were cattle smugglers who attacked villagers.
NICCA Bangladesh Co. Ltd, a subsidiary of Japan's NICCA Chemical Co. Ltd, held a groundbreaking ceremony on October 15, 2025, for its new chemical storage and distribution warehouse within the Bangladesh Special Economic Zone (BSEZ). The facility, spanning 3.4 acres, aims to bolster the textile chemical supply chain and is slated for completion by Q3 2026.
Supporters of Bangladesh's now-banned Awami League party are conducting flash mob protests in Dhaka, defying a government ban ahead of upcoming elections. The interim government reports over 800 arrests linked to these demonstrations, which follow the party's ouster in 2024 and subsequent ban in May 2025.
Bangladesh is importing 4 lakh tonnes of rice, shortening tender periods from 42 to 15 days, to bolster food stocks and expand Open Market Sale (OMS) supply. This urgent measure addresses rising rice prices, reduced distribution, and potential flood impacts on the upcoming Aman harvest, aiming to stabilize the market and ensure food security.
The World Bank's latest 'Bangladesh Development Update' reveals the nation's economy rebounded in the second half of FY25, driven by strong exports and remittances. However, the report emphasizes the critical need for bold reforms in revenue, banking, energy, and investment climate to ensure sustained growth, job creation, and poverty reduction.
Tarique Rahman, acting chairman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), has announced his imminent return to Bangladesh after 17 years of self-imposed exile in London. He intends to contest the upcoming general elections, scheduled for February 2026, following recent acquittals in several cases.
Bangladesh's interim government is actively preparing for free and fair general elections in February 2026, the first since former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's resignation in August 2024. Special Envoy Lutfey Siddiqi confirmed the ongoing preparations for the polls, which aim to restore democratic governance.
Bangladesh's Law Adviser Dr. Asif Nazrul stated on October 1, 2025, that there is no immediate plan to lift the ban on the Awami League, despite Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus's recent suggestion of future restoration. The Awami League was banned in May 2025 by the interim government.
Bangladesh reported a record 845 new dengue fever cases and four deaths on Sunday, September 28, 2025, marking the highest single-day infection count this year. The total caseload for 2025 has now reached 46,051, with 192 fatalities.
Bus services connecting three northern districts of Bangladesh—Chapainawabganj, Rajshahi, and Natore—to Dhaka have been indefinitely suspended by bus owners. The suspension, initiated on September 25, stems from a dispute over increased wage demands by transport workers, leaving thousands of passengers stranded ahead of the Durga Puja holidays.
Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus led a diverse delegation to the 80th United Nations General Assembly in New York, engaging in high-level diplomatic and economic discussions. His agenda focused on boosting Bangladesh's international profile, attracting investment, and advocating for democratic reforms and sustainable development.
Bangladesh's Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus has arrived in New York to attend the 80th session of the UN General Assembly, leading an unprecedented multi-party delegation. He will address the assembly on September 26, focusing on democratic reforms, the Rohingya crisis, climate justice, and global peace.
Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus has called for Bangladesh to urgently transition to cleaner, safer, and more affordable energy solutions, including large-scale solar deployment and exploring nuclear options. Speaking at a virtual conference, he highlighted the nation's reliance on fossil fuels and its climate vulnerability.
