Bangladesh

Bangladesh has been one of the world's fastest-growing economies, transforming from an aid-dependent nation at its 1971 independence into a manufacturing power and a model of poverty reduction.

Growth has been driven overwhelmingly by the garment industry — the country is among the world's largest apparel exporters — and by remittances, though it faces challenges from climate change, political turmoil, and the need to diversify.

Key Sectors

The economy is led by ready-made garments and textiles, remittances from millions working abroad, agriculture (rice and jute), pharmaceuticals, and a growing IT sector.