The think tank warns missing revenue targets will force government to borrow from banks, pushing up inflation
June 12, 2026
Staff Correspondent
bdnews24.com
The Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD) says the new budget is positive in intent but lacks any clear announcement on how it will be implemented, calling that the biggest challenge ahead.
The private research organisation's Executive Director Fahmida Khatun shared immediate budget reaction at the organisation's Dhanmondi office on Thursday night, joined by CPD Distinguished Fellow Mustafizur Rahman and other staff.
Reliance on borrowing to meet the budget deficit may not be favourable for the recovery of the banking sector, he says
Higher foreign borrowing and ambitious revenue targets will be central to financing the government's plans
It warns that the absence of a corporate tax roadmap and mandatory e-VAT rollout may create challenges for businesses
With inflation still biting, revenues lagging and borrowing pressures rising, the new fiscal plan is expected to test how far…
Concerns have also emerged over mandatory e-VAT compliance for large companies and the broader investment climate
A national budget is more than a statement of revenue and expenditure. It reflects a government’s economic philosophy, political…
