June 09, 2026
Hamimur Rahman Waliullah
bdnews24.com
The Fiscal Trap: Pledges vs Pockets
Realistic targets vital: Zahid Hussain warns an unprecedented Tk 6.95 trillion revenue target risks fiscal strain unless expenditure aligns with actual capacity
Economist Zahid Hussain warns pledge-heavy budget risks collapse without execution discipline
The former World Bank lead economist says global shocks slow growth but cannot justify policy retreat or weak fiscal execution discipline
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