As Bangladesh vote nears, Yunus hands over economy on surer footing

Bangladesh turmoil

Economic wins offset by political turmoil; debt and export issues linger

Muhammad Yunus’ interim government has largely succeeded in reviving growth and restoring a degree of macroeconomic stability. (Photo by Yuki Kohara) 

DOULOT AKTER MALA

January 12, 2026 11:22 JST

DHAKA — When Muhammad Yunus became head of Bangladesh’s interim government in the wake of the ouster of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, the country’s economy was staring at collapse.