AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoConsular Affairs: Saudi Arabia executed two Bangladeshi nationals convicted over an alleged sexual act inside a Makkah mosque; Bangladesh’s consulate in Jeddah has sought clarification. Durga Puja: Celebrations have begun nationwide, with the BGB set to provide security at 2,700 mandaps. Public Services: The government has launched an online system for allocating official housing; 342 of 596 applicants qualified for 54 vacant homes. Teesta Project: The Netherlands has offered expertise and support for a feasibility study, adding a new partner to plans previously discussed with China. Economic Outlook: Bangladesh is negotiating a fresh IMF loan of up to $5 billion, while the Fund has cut its FY2026–27 growth forecast to 3.2%. Food Security: Bangladesh ranks 84th among 122 countries in the Global Hunger Index, with progress on reducing hunger slowing. Garment Workers: Protests over wages and unpaid salaries continue as the government works on a new wage board.
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