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<title>Counterpoint &#45; Mohammad A. Rab</title>
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<title>Bangladesh Bank Reaches a Crossroads</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Bangladesh is not on the verge of collapse, but it remains fragile. During periods of economic uncertainty, central banks must stay above politics. When monetary authority appears negotiable, inflation expectations shift, currency stability drops, and fiscal discipline weakens. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 13:11:02 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Mohammad A. Rab</dc:creator>
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<title>A Strong Mandate, A Narrow Window</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Bangladesh is not heading for a crisis, but it faces notable constraints. Inflation remains high but not hyperinflationary. Debt levels are manageable but not insignificant. Institutional guarantees of electoral reform implementation will determine whether this change in government will be long-lasting. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 13:00:39 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Mohammad A. Rab</dc:creator>
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