Latest BBS survey reveals enduring corruption in public services

A reflection on Bangladesh's post-Awami League crisis and the need for unity and reform.

After three months of rigorous work, a white paper panel on the state of the economy revealed all the fault lines that had formed across Bangladesh during the 15 years of rule under the Awami League government, which held power from 2009 until it was ousted by a mass uprising on August 5 this year.

$234 billion siphoned out of Bangladesh between 2009 and 2023 when Awami League was in power

Systemic reforms needed to prevent future financial crimes

Take steps to mitigate losses from the Karnaphuli tunnel