Investor Presentaiton
Independent Review of
RBD
Bangladesh's Development
Economic Growth
☐ Over the years, GDP growth rate has emerged as the centre of attention of
economic policy discourse in Bangladesh and often appears to be a
sacrosanct issue.
☐ Regrettably, GDP estimates have apparently become the sole measure of
the development of the country for many key policymakers.
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CPD has always emphasised that qualitative and distributive aspects of
GDP growth are no less important than mere growth figures.
In view of the recovery of disadvantaged population groups of the country
from the impact of the pandemic who are currently suffering from the
significant rise of prices of essential commodities and the prevailing
concerns as regards macroeconomic instability, it is high time to refocus
the policy attention to protect purchasing power of the low and limited
income groups, maintain macroeconomic stability and prioritise
sustainable development targets beyond GDP growth.
CPD (2022): State of the Bangladesh Economy in FY2021-22 (Third Reading)
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