1970s: Birth of a Nation
After independence in 1971, focused on food security, rural development and rehabilitation. Established key institutions like Bangladesh Bank and Grameen Bank.
Bangladesh is a South Asian country bordered by India to the west, north, and east, Myanmar to the southeast, and the Bay of Bengal to the south. With over 170 million people, it's the 8th most populous country in the world and one of the most densely populated.
From a war-torn nation to an emerging economy, Bangladesh's transformation is a development success story.
After independence in 1971, focused on food security, rural development and rehabilitation. Established key institutions like Bangladesh Bank and Grameen Bank.
Green Revolution in agriculture, expansion of primary healthcare and female education. RMG industry began taking shape.
Free-market reforms, privatization, establishment of Dhaka Stock Exchange. RMG sector grew massively.
Launched Digital Bangladesh Vision 2021, achieved MDGs, saw remittance surge and NGO growth.
Graduated to lower-middle income in 2015. Launched mega projects and Hi-Tech Parks.
Graduated from LDC status in 2021. Focus on smart cities, renewable energy and industrial automation.
Bangladesh has maintained 6-8% GDP growth for over a decade, with a rapidly expanding middle class and booming export sectors.
Billion USD GDP
% Population Under 35
Billion USD RMG Exports
Billion USD ICT Exports
Recognized by Goldman Sachs as one of the 11 most promising emerging economies
Scheduled to graduate from Least Developed Country status in 2026
Awarded UN recognition for outstanding progress on Millennium Development Goals
Global model for climate adaptation and disaster preparedness
The government's Vision 2041 aims to transform Bangladesh into a developed, knowledge-based economy through strategic investments in infrastructure, human capital and technology.
Learn MoreDigital government services, smart cities and 100% digital inclusion
40% renewable energy mix and sustainable industrial growth
Advanced manufacturing with AI, IoT and automation
Per capita income over $12,500 with equitable growth
