Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today said in parliament that the conflicting situation in the Middle East may affect the economy of Bangladesh.
“It can be presumed that the brunt of the conflicting situation in the Middle East may affect the social, political, and economic aspects of Bangladesh as well as the whole world. This conflict may have some effect on the country’s economy,” she said.
The premier made this apprehension while responding to a question of Dr Samil Uddin Ahmed Shimul, elected from Chapainawabganj-1 constituency, during the Prime Minister’s scheduled question answer session in parliament.
Sheikh Hasina said that there is the possibility of rise of the inflation slightly due to the instability in the world market, inconsistency in market management and the increase in global fuel prices.
In addition, the disruption of the commodity supply chain due to the conflicting situations may increase transportation costs related to exports primarily to Iran or neighbouring regions, she observed.বিস্তারিত