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Opinion


ADOPTION OF CLIMATE SMART AGRICULTURE TO REDUCE GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS

JIBAN KRISHNA BISWAS

Publish: Friday, 08 November, 2024 10:21

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Agriculture has a great impact on Bangladesh’s economy. The contribution of
agriculture to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in 1971 was 60%, whereas the
industry’s contribution was only 11%. The contribution of agriculture to GDP
came down to 11.22% in 2022. In contrast, the industry’s contribution to GDP has
increased to 33.92%.  The remaining percentages are from services and the other
sectors. This is the relative contribution of agriculture concerning the other
increased sectors. In reality, labour-intensive agriculture itself has increased
several folds both in quantity and quality as well through so many odds. That is
why still agriculture is helping a lot to create jobs, reduce poverty, develop
human resources, ensure food security, etc.

Since the 1980s, the population of Bangladesh has almost doubled and reached
more than 171 million in 2024. As a result, per capita arable land fell from
0.11 hectares in 1980 to 0.048 hectares in 2024. Natural calamities like
drought, floods, salinity, extreme temperature and pest resurgence are quite
frequent due to on-going climate change in Bangladesh. Soil pollution and
fertility degradation are common phenomena nowadays due to overexploitation of
the soils. The cropping intensity is still limited in fragile ecosystems like
Barind, Char, Coastal, Haor and Hill.  

Although Bangladesh is now, more or less, self-sufficient in the production of
rice and maize, still the government has to import a lot of other crops and
agricultural goods. Even though agricultural income has improved, and poverty
has decreased over the last ten years, about one-third of the population, mostly
in rural regions, still lives below the poverty line. There is a lack of
economic opportunity and moderate-income disparity in the nation. A farming
strategy known as ‘Climate-Smart Agriculture’ (CSA) might be a potential option
to cope with the odds. CSA attempts to combine climate responsiveness with
agricultural growth to meet food security and other development objectives in
the face of a changing climate and rising food demand. The fundamental
principles of CSA include reducing greenhouse gas emissions from agricultural
activities and increasing soil carbon storage, building resilience against the
effects of climate change by strengthening farming systems to withstand shifting
weather patterns and climate-associated risks, and enhancing agricultural
productivity and incomes sustainably through innovative technologies and
improved natural resource management.

The International Fund for Agricultural Development took an initiative to
promote climate-smart agriculture through a project entitled “Consortium for
Scaling-up Climate Smart Agriculture in South Asia” under the collaborative
effort of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC)
Agriculture Centre and the International Food Policy Research Institute.  
Scientists from the On-farm Research Division and Bangladesh Rice Research
Institute have identified 61 climate-smart technologies through this initiative.
 And more are in progress.  The technologies are generally related to the
development of climate-resilient crops and crop varieties, sustainable crop
management systems, improved water management, integrated pest control systems,
precision agriculture, weather forecasting, rainwater harvesting, solar
power-operated irrigation systems, vermicompost production, livestock breeds,
feed and waste management, year-round fish farming, integrated
rice-fish-vegetable culture, farmer-friendly mobile apps etc.

No matter how much is planned, it requires a lot of funding to make effective.
This requires both national and international cooperation. Despite accounting
for one-third of global greenhouse gas emissions, agriculture systems only
receive 4% of climate funding, with smallholders receiving barely a fifth.
Funding for Climate Change Action must be redirected and enhanced to promote the
transition of the sustainable agrifood sector.

The role of the World Bank (WB) in this regard is particularly significant. The
WB substantially funded CSA. Since the adoption of the Paris Agreement, funding
for CSA has increased eightfold, reaching nearly $3 billion a year. By July
2023, all WB activities were in line with the objectives of the Paris Agreement,
where climate agriculture takes precedence over all food and agricultural
activities. Before projects are approved, greenhouse gas accounting is done, and
projects are screened for climate and catastrophe risks using a Sector Note of
Paris Alignment provided by the WB. By taking these steps, client nations can
fulfil their Nationally Determined Contributions in the agricultural sector and
support the Sustainable Development Goals of eradicating hunger and poverty and
building capacity to cope with climate change.

The WB is actively working with countries to improve output, strengthen
resilience, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Country Climate and Development
Reports, Climate-Smart Agriculture Investment Plans, and Climate-Smart
Agriculture Country Profiles are some of the tools, diagnostics, and other
analytics that the WB uses to assist nations in their transition to sustainable
agriculture. While CSA Country Profiles give a summary of agricultural issues
and how CSA may help mitigate climate change, Country Climate and Development
Reports assist in prioritising activities that lower greenhouse gas emissions
and improve adaptation. CSA Investment Plans seek to find investment
possibilities and integrate CSA into national agriculture strategies. To foster
resilience and fight climate change, the WB also funds research initiatives like
the CGIAR, which creates and supports innovations such as risk insurance, early
warning systems, and climate-smart technology.

Most of the climate smart technologies developed by scientists are location
specific. Even farmers might have their own innovations related to climate smart
technologies. The National Agriculture Policy 2018 clearly mentions the impact
of greenhouse gases on climate change. The policy includes the use of
climate-smart technology to control greenhouse gas emissions. So, we have to
focus on this issue right now by thinking about the overall agriculture and
environment.
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The writer is a Senior Consultant of IFAD, former Director General of BRRI and
former Executive Director of KGF


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Opinion


BANGLADESH MUST MAINTAIN THE PACE OF INCREASED REMITTANCES INFLOW

PROFESSOR DR MOHAMMAD ASHADUZZAMAN

Publish: Friday, 08 November, 2024 10:16

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A major contributor to Bangladesh’s GDP, remittance has long been a pillar of
the country’s steady economic growth and resilience. Remittance or expatriate
income is currently in the best position among the primary indicators of the
nation’s economy. After continuing to expand in August and September, the
remittance inflow is gaining significant traction in October as well, indicating
not just the expatriate community’s tenacity but also their restored faith in
the economic security of their country.

Consequently, as political stability in Bangladesh drew nearer every day,
expatriate income began to rise steadily. Remittance inflow rose to USD2.22
billion in August, a 39 per cent year-on-year rise.  Around USD2.40 billion were
remitted via legitimate procedures last September. The sum is 28,857 crores TK
in local currency. This is the second-highest monthly inward remittance in four
years. According to Bangladesh Bank’s weekly statistics, which was made public
on 14 October 14, over the first 12 days of this month, migrants sent almost $1
billion ($986.6m)via banking channels.

The current rise is mostly ascribed to foreigners using official banking
channels, which is excellent news for our country since it indicates that
expatriate workers are now more confident in Bangladesh’s enhancing financial
systems. With an emphasis on encouraging sustainable growth and legal remittance
flows, financial institutions and organisational economic programmes must seek
to investigate ways to boost foreign earnings and persuade expatriates to use
legal channels, which would further boost the economy. Undoubtedly, remittances
contribute significantly to the country’s overall economy by generating a
sizable amount of foreign exchange. Needless to add, the interim administration
must continue to give top priority to programmes that promote the growth of
remittances.

Making it more feasible for remitters to send their money through legal channels
and streamlining remittance transfer procedures are two examples of this. It is
encouraging for our economic recovery and resilience that inbound remittances
continue to rise. Remittance inflow can assist in addressing the economic
difficulties and challenges facing the interim administration. However, this
steady rise in remittances coincides with a pivotal moment in our economic
history; the interim administration has been entrusted with managing a
complicated environment, with economic difficulties ranking among the most
pressing issues. The possibility of ongoing remittance inflows might offer
Bangladesh a timely and much-needed buffer against the uncertainty brought on by
the recent political upheaval.

The expansion of these inbound remittances has resulted in a steady increase in
forex reserve. The country’s declining reserve and growing inflation are still
problems. Remittances are a lifeline in this situation; in addition to giving
numerous families in the nation the support they need, they also significantly
contribute to strengthening foreign exchange reserves, which helps the country's
already unstable economy. Remittances have a wide range of functions and
significance, both directly and indirectly.

By raising living standards, building infrastructure, promoting savings, and
making investments in a variety of sectors, this remitters not only help their
families but also significantly contribute to the nation’s economic growth. An
essential component of South Asia’s 2nd largest economy’s economic mobility is
remittances.

The government and financial institutions, therefore, must keep improving the
banking channels available for remittance payments. It must concentrate on
promotional activities to increase inward remittances, encourage remitters
through various stimulus measures, strengthen Bangladesh’s international brand,
highlight the skill development of aspirant migrant workers, locate and find new
potential labour markets, and enhance diplomatic efforts with prospective
nations. However, in light of the recent Gen-Z revolution, remitters have a
moral obligation to support economic stability.

Of course, it is crucial that Bangladesh looks after its expatriate workers, as
has been said many times by many economists. The government must do a better job
of protecting migrant workers rights once they are in these foreign markets and
providing them with all the support they need, in addition to funding skill
development programmes for prospective migrant workers to increase the number of
high-income expat workers who can land better-paying jobs abroad. Under the
interim government, Bangladesh is enduring a particularly difficult transition
moment. It is impossible to overestimate the significance of sustained
remittance growth at this point.

South Korea, Malaysia, Japan and some countries of the Middle East, Europe and
Africa have already shown strong interest in increasing the number of
Bangladeshis. It is the government’s responsibility to continue looking for new
ways to achieve this goal. Many nations are in dire need of workers of all
stripes.

One of Bangladesh’s most important resources is its workforce, yet there is
still much space for development. Since the majority of our foreign workers are
now rather unskilled, it is imperative that they be equipped with the necessary
skills. In the end, extending the reach of our migrant labour is beneficial for
a nation that is quickly becoming a major player in the international arena.
Bangladesh must, therefore, maintain the pace of the recent increase in inbound
remittances.
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The writer is the DG, International Mother Language Institute, Dhaka


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Opinion


ON RECENT DECISIONS RELATED TO ENERGY SECURITY

ENGR KHANDAKAR ABDUS SALEK SUFI

Publish: Thursday, 07 November, 2024 20:52

Update: Thursday, 07 November, 2024 21:11
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It is now public knowledge that the reason for power disruption primarily lay on
the energy supply crisis. The previous government had not taken any steps to
explore its own coal in the past 15 years.

There have been barely any gas exploration activities either in land or sea.
Without ensuring adequate energy supply, acquiring power generation capacity,
which is much more than the actual demand under the 'Speedy Energy Power Supply
(Special) Act 2010', has now become a pain point.

To have the generation capacity of 27,791 MW against the average demand of
15,000 to 16,000 MW has veered the government toward troubled water. Due to
insufficient fuel supply, the power plants are sitting idle while the government
continues to pay huge sums of subsidies in the form of capacity charges.

As per studies, Bangladesh’s main source of fuel, the natural gas reserves are
now dwindling. Due to poor dollar reserves and lack of necessary infrastructure,
it is increasingly difficult to import necessary supplies of coal, LNG and other
liquid fuels. The present interim government, upon inheriting a power and energy
sector in such distress, has been desperate in seeking solutions at all levels.

A few days earlier, I observed that the Power and Energy Advisor made important
comments in his meeting with the prominent academics of this sector. Recently,
the interim government has suspended the 'Speedy Energy Electricity Supply
(Special) Act 2010'. All projects in discussion, under this infamous act, have
been canceled. And, a few executed contracts were also scrapped. The government
has restored full authority on energy pricing to the Bangladesh Energy
Regulatory Commission (BERC). Henceforth, any price changes will be determined
through public hearings, in the presence of the stakeholders. The above
decisions are most apt.

In the existing situation, the government urgently needs to prepare some
contingency plans to mitigate the shortfall of 1,200 to 1,500 million cubic feet
of gas demand. Therefore, I humbly like to differ with a few comments made by
the Power and Energy Advisor. Due to the crisis in gas supply, there is
disruption in power generation, fertilizer production is almost suspended while
overall industrial production is facing dire consequences. In this situation,
cancellation of the third floating LNG terminal agreement will surely prolong
the predicament. I am unsure whether or not the full scenario has been presented
to the Advisor.

If we had been able to implement the floating terminal now, then by the end of
2027 we would have been able to supply an additional 500 million cubic feet to
the national gas grid. Now issuing a new international tender would mean at
least another 9 to 12 months just to evaluate the tender submissions. There are
also doubts whether we will receive the minimum of three participants for the
tender. As a result, it is now uncertain whether Bangladesh would be able to
receive an additional 500 million cubic feet of gas by 2028.

Meanwhile, Bangladesh may experience decreased production of 200-300 million
cubic feet from its own gas fields. Though better late than never, Petrobangla
and BAPEX had undertaken the much needed initiative to explore gas fields. We
can be optimistic of their success. Yet, nothing can be claimed for certain. In
this situation, I feel the remark of the Power and Energy Advisor, “Summit’s
floating LNG terminal contract cancellation will not disrupt LNG supply” does
not reflect a conclusion based on data at hand and hence I beg to differ. Maybe
energy experts such as Dr. Ijaz Hossain, Dr. Badrul Imam, Mollah Amzad Hossain
would be aware of the actual situation.

In my opinion, in our current scenario, if we quickly take the initiative to
connect the national gas grid to the gas fields in Bhola, it would take us about
three and a half to four years to begin supply. To float a new international
tender and complete necessary work to develop the third FSRU terminal in
Moheshkhali would take another three to four years. To see increased
contribution from renewable sources to the national energy mix would also take
about three to four years.

Meanwhile, I wonder why the power and energy sector professionals at ground
level are not commenting on it? It is urgent to impart appropriate advice to the
interim government. The depth of energy crises will reveal itself in
February-March 2025. Therefore, it is essential to conserve and utilize energy
efficiently at all levels. It is also crucial to change our power and energy
usage strategy.

The author is an international energy expert, Former Director, Gas Transmission
Co Ltd (GTCL).

 


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 * security



Opinion


A NEW CATALYST IN THE CHEMISTRY

Harsh Vardhan Shringla Former foreign secretary of India

 

Publish: Thursday, 07 November, 2024 13:52

Update: Thursday, 07 November, 2024 14:05
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When Prime Minister Narendra Modi proclaimed ‘Ab ki baar, Trump Sarkar’ at the
Howdy Modi event in 2019, he foreshadowed a future where India and the US, under
Trump’s leadership, would drive forward a robust, dual-powered partnership. Now,
with Trump’s return to the White House, that prediction stands to usher in a new
chapter in India-US relations.

Trump’s second term promises a refreshed approach to India-US trade and economic
ties. Though India faced some friction over trade issues in his first term, his
renowned deal-making instinct created significant opportunities, and his
results-driven pragmatism is likely to open more doors for India. Notably, Trump
was vocal about global economic rebalancing even before the pandemic,
criticising the distortions caused by China’s policies—an area where India’s
concerns strongly resonate.

Trump’s regard for India and the Indian diaspora is well known. And where
previous US administrations only issued threats to cut military assistance to
Pakistan because of its support for terrorism, Trump acted—delivering a
strategic shift in support of India’s security needs. His recent tweet on
violence against Hindu communities in Bangladesh reflects his acute awareness of
the subcontinent’s dynamics and adds to his established goodwill toward India.

Trump’s commitment to strengthening defence ties with India was a landmark of
his first term, especially given his scepticism toward traditional alliances
like NATO. Under Trump’s presidency, in 2018 India was elevated to Strategic
Trade Authorisation Tier 1 status which allows it to access military and dual
use technologies license-free. Underpinning all of this is the personal bond
Trump shares with Prime Minister Modi—a connect that helped steer our ties
before and will continue to facilitate diplomatic alignment. Trump accompanied
Modi to the Howdy Modi event, one of the most unique and significant events in
the India-US relationship, and then he visited India for the ‘Namaste Trump’
event. With Trump’s return to power, the India-US relationship is poised to
advance in ways that will benefit both nations, driven by a shared vision and
mutual respect under leaders who understand the importance of action over words.

India is pivotal to the world today as a powerhouse of economic growth, digital
innovation, and democratic stability, shaping global progress and regional
security and in the recent past, regardless of party lines, US presidents have
treated the ‘India account’ with increasing care, placing the relationship on
firmer ground. This was especially visible during Trump’s first term. Trump
popularised the term Indo-Pacific and renamed the Hawaii-based US Pacific
Command as the Indo-Pacific Command, underscoring the increasing significance of
the Indian Ocean in the US’ strategic considerations. Trump also revitalised an
otherwise moribund Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (QUAD) into an initiative
promoting peace, collaboration, and stability in the Indo-Pacific.

The institutionalisation of the India-US relationship reached new heights with
the 2+2 Dialogue initiative. Launched in 2018, the 2+2 Dialogue has marked a
shift from sporadic engagement to deep strategic cooperation.

Factoring such milestones during Trump’s first term, India approaches Trump’s
return with enthusiasm and confidence. The Modi-Trump partnership is expected to
focus on significant deliverables in the near future. A potential Free Trade
Agreement (FTA) aimed at deepening economic ties and reducing trade barriers
between the two countries is a key goal. Both leaders can also focus on aligning
their strategies on regional and global issues, particularly in terms of
promoting peace and stability. With shared concerns over conflicts in the
Indo-Pacific, the Middle East, Africa and Asia, both Modi and Trump are
committed to fostering a rules-based international order. With Trump’s comeback
to the oval office, the trajectory of India-US relations appears poised for a
significant upward trajectory.

Source: Times of India


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Opinion


HOW LONG WILL TEACHERS BE UNDERVALUED?

MAHBUBUR RAHMAN

Publish: Thursday, 07 November, 2024 10:26

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Teaching is called a noble profession. In the views of many social reformers and
educationists, it is the 'mother' of all professions. In that sense, teachers do
a great job. They work for the nation. The importance and respect of those who
contribute to the children becoming good people is above all and the highest.
Bill Gates naturally said, “Technology is just a tool. Teachers are most
important in getting children to work together and motivating them.” In this
way, the nobleness of the teaching profession and the esteem of the teachers are
universally recognised.

They are called fine craftsmen of nation-building. They subtly illuminate our
minds and help us develop our perceptions. World Teachers' Day is celebrated
across the country on 5 October every year, to recognise their honour.  But,
this is just a formal event. The teachers' respect should be observed in their
hearts as well.

Teachers are our educational parents. To get respect is their right.  They are
honoured for their contribution to national development and human resource
development. Teachers have always been respected in all societies because of the
work they do to develop and nurture young people. When a child enters the school
premises, teachers assume the role of parents and mentors. It is not an easy
task to look after so many children in a classroom and understand their minds at
the same time. As children come from different family backgrounds and
upbringings, teachers have a great responsibility to try to understand them and
respond to their needs in the classroom.

Teachers in their charge mould our young delicate minds and give beautiful
shapes. They have to be trained to identify the talents and skills hidden in
every child and utilise them for the benefit of the child. These great teachers
also do this work. The education system is the future of a country. Its
formulation and implementation mainly depend on the teachers’ community. So, we
must honour them for their tireless work. For their welfare, especially those
serving in remote areas of the country, it is not enough to express our love
verbally. It is our responsibility to ensure their social status, economic
prosperity, state appreciation, humane treatment and overall security.

Needless to say, the disrespect and abuse of Bangladeshi teachers are often
reported in our newspapers and social media, which is very saddening and
disgraceful. They are often neglected in their habitat, livelihood, and social
status; and they often find themselves in precarious situations. In Bangladesh,
teachers are grossly discriminated against. Due to the way they are socially
stigmatised, respect for teachers is also neglected by students. This is quite
disappointing and quite insulting.

In addition, teachers have to face various challenging situations in their
careers. The biggest challenge is dealing with parents. Some parents sometimes
behave very aggressively with teachers. There are others, who give unspoken
advice to the teacher on how he or she should do his or her work. On the other
hand, many officials of the institution's managing committee or education
administration also misbehave with teachers and sometimes speak disrespectfully
to them.

In this way, due to the loss of dignity of teachers at various levels of
society, it also creates an adverse reaction among students. As a result, in
some cases, students also tend to behave disrespectfully with teachers. They
forget that the teachers are the illuminating lights of their lives. If we
accept teaching as a noble profession, then why are we reluctant to give them
their due respect and fair rights they deserve?

It is often seen that many people, who have become famous personalities at
national and international levels, were inspired by their teachers. So, we
cannot deny that the respect of teachers was and will always be there. So, we
must have some practice of honouring them. I find the following ways very
effective in showing respect and appreciation towards teachers. We can meet
teachers and exchange greetings and pray for them in their absence. We can show
them the respect they deserve by building our lives in the light of their
teachings and advice.

We can show our teachers that we value them by respecting and obeying them. We
can anchor ourselves in the memory of our teachers by applying the lessons we
receive from them. There is no greater honour for teachers than when we master
them. This proves that teachers are doing a great job for us. By mastering their
teaching skills and showing good performance in their careers, I can show them
respect. We may occasionally dedicate a book or article to them. If we commit
ourselves to creative practice and publish any of our writings, we can dedicate
it to them. This is a great way to thank them.

We can urge the policymakers to set a better pay structure for our teachers. We
can even do something for their welfare if we have the ability. But if they can
be given a higher scale according to their rank, it is their best honour to
benefit them. Economic prosperity is the right of teachers. Especially, if we
can apply their lessons in our lives, it is a gift of great joy for them. We can
honour our teachers by writing rhymes, poems, songs, essays, or books on the
occasion of the World Teachers’ Day. Teachers often spend their own money to
provide teaching materials in our educational life.

They spend their valuable time and energy while educating us. If we can earn in
our professional life, we can stand beside those teachers who are financially
insolvent. They would feel very honoured then. To give due respect to our
teachers we can take up the teaching profession as our careers.

After all, we are eternally indebted to our teachers. They work hard to educate
us and make us good people. Teachers in the teaching profession have to work for
long hours even before entering a class to make sure that everything is
well-prepared for the class. They even have to spend a lot of time after a class
on checking and grading notebooks and diaries. In this profession, they have to
work tirelessly throughout their lives and play a responsible role. Australian
author Helen Caldicott precisely said, “Teachers are the most responsible and
important members of society. Because their professional efforts influence the
destiny of the world”. Therefore, it is our moral duty to respect the teachers'
community who devote themselves to the development of efficient human resources.

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The writer is a Lecturer, Rajshahi Cantonment Public School and College. Email:
dr.mahbub.ru@gmail.com


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 7.  Bashundhara Shuvosangho distributes educational materials among children
 8.  Inflation hits three-month high in October
 9.  Three-day Electric Vehicle Expo begins at ICCB
 10. Thousands of crores of money wasted in the name of Mujib Borsho
 11. On Recent Decisions Related to Energy Security
 12. National swimming competition to begin in Dhaka Saturday
 13. It could take 12-18 months to curb inflation: BB governor
 14. Touhid sees no major shift in US policy towards Bangladesh under Trump
 15. Mushfiqur ruled out of ODI series with finger injury
 16. Govt to be able to hold polls at appropriate time, hopes BNP
 17. Breathing with Purpose: Lung cancer awareness for a healthier future
 18. Bashundhara Shuvosangho hosts anti-plastic event in Mymensingh
 19. Foreigners urged to invest in Bangladesh's marine, offshore industry
 20. SC to hear appeals on 27th BCS viva-voce
 21. Jamaat Ameer congratulates Donald Trump on his election as US president
 22. Yunus stresses youth confidence at Bose-Einstein Statistics
 23. Banks to be asked not to impose LC margin on essential imports until
     Ramadan
 24. Amu placed on six-day remand
 25. Pharma Fest 2024 held at NSU
 26. Bangladesh economy expands in October: PMI
 27. Govt lists 5 accomplishments in 3 months
 28. Economic census 2024 to begin on 10 Dec
 29. 11-member committee formed to reclaim Dhaka’s canals
 30. St. Martin's all corals to be bleached if economic activities aren’t
     controlled: Rizwana


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