BANGLADESH

Many secondary school students in Bangladesh report practicing healthy habits but a new national study finds that stronger systems are needed around them. From formal health education and trained teachers to …

Bangladesh has achieved nearly 100% access to electricity. But the journey does not stop here. Making sure the power is reliable, affordable, renewable and supported by a more diversified supply …

Dhaka, Bangladesh: An International Monetary Fund (IMF) staff team led by Mr. Ivo Krznar visited Dhaka from July 12 to 16, 2026, following the government’s request for a new Fund‑supported program. …

The Indian cricket team returned to winning ways at the Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 after beating Bangladesh by five wickets at Old Trafford, Manchester, on Thursday. Shafali Verma’s 53 off 34 balls helped …

The Wall Street Journal recently published a sobering account of microfinance’s shortcomings, documenting troubling cases of over-indebtedness, land loss, and borrower distress in countries such as Cambodia. These stories deserve …

WASHINGTON, June 24, 2026 — The World Bank Board of Executive Directors has approved $450 million in financing to help Bangladesh strengthen the foundations for a stronger banking sector, a prerequisite …

Police officials and journalists from across Bangladesh have joined a three-day workshop in Dhaka aimed at strengthening cooperation between law enforcement and the media, while promoting freedom of expression, journalist …

Washington, DC – June 3, 2026: Mr. Ivo Krznar, International Monetary Fund (IMF) Mission Chief for Bangladesh issued the following statement: “The Bangladeshi authorities have requested a new IMF financial arrangement …

The Indian football team topped Group B of the SAFF Women’s Championship 2026 after defeating defending champions Bangladesh 3-0 at the Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Margao, Goa, on Sunday. Pyari Xaxa (36′), Lynda …

OVERVIEW CONTEXT Bangladesh relies on imported liquified natural gas (LNG) to meet electricity demand, particularly for power generation and industrial production. Disruptions in global energy markets due to the conflict …