Bangladesh National Budget 2024-2025

Bangladesh National Budget 2024-2025

Representational image of bank merger. Illustration: TBS

Merger will be lengthy and difficult

Non-performing loans and lack of financial discipline have become a concern recently. To restore discipline, painful restructuring, such as a merger, may need to be completed for some banks.”

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15% VAT exemption proposed for aircraft engines, engine parts import to boost local carriers

Budget FY25: Tk11,270 crore proposed for shipping ministry

Budget FY25: Tk11,270 crore proposed for shipping ministry

Illustration: TBS

What lies ahead for the poor as allowance remains unchanged?

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Ambitious 6.5% inflation target, but no special measure outlined

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Excise duty proposed to be exempted on offshore banking

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Tk67,485cr proposed for transport sector

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Tk100cr allocated for renewable energy

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Duty cut on textiles' raw materials; tariff hike for finished fabrics to protect local industry

A ride in Foy's Lake amusement Park in Chattogram. Photo: Collected

Amusement park visits, laundry services to get costlier

Illustration: TBS

Environment ministry budget increases by 30%

Infographic: Duniya Jahan/ TBS Creative

Energy sector pushed on back foot, power still in focus

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Proof of tax return made mandatory to rent community centres