Can Bangladesh’s parties fulfill election promises in 2026?

Mohaiminul Rafi, 27, has been preparing for Bangladesh’s civil service exams for years, seeking a secure government job. With election campaigning underway, promises of cash support, interest-free loans, and job creation are being made. Analysts and voters question the feasibility of these promises in a struggling economy with slow growth and high inflation. The BNP and Jamaat-e-Islami are offering competing pledges, including a “family card” and support for small industries. The upcoming election may bring change, but significant improvements are unlikely in the current economic climate.

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