Experts link Bangladesh’s economic stability to strong law and order
Staff Correspondent
investors will commit under current conditions.
Analysts stress that stabilising law and order is not only the duty of security agencies but a prerequisite for long-term planning and development. They urge political actors to prioritise national interest, agree on election timelines, and enact key reforms.
Grim Cost of Failing Law and Order
Law and order and a stable economy are inseparable threads in a nation’s fabric. When either frays, the effects are far-reaching, eroding livelihoods, undermining confidence and threatening national progress, according to the experts.
They said a secure environment fosters investment, job creation and growth. But recent spikes in crime, delayed justice, and weak enforcement have shaken public trust. For investors, instability signals risk.
Combined with inflation, unemployment and reduced growth forecasts, the economic outlook is worsening.
The cycle is vicious—poor law and order hampers business, while economic distress fuels unrest. If left unaddressed, this could spiral into long-term stagnation, they added.
