"We have taken a comprehensive plan to overcome the possible negative impacts of the pandemic on our economy and people," Finance Minister AHM Mustafa Kamal said on Thursday while placing the proposed budget for the fiscal year 2020-2021, reports UNB. "Finally, we will increase money supply to the economy while making a delicate balance between increased money supply and possible inflationary pressure," said the Finance Minister in his budget speech. Economic Recovery PackagesThe economic recovery packages declared so far have totaled Tk1,03,117 crore, said the Finance Minister. "Their estimate reflects our stronger position compared to most of the other emerging countries, and we thank Almighty Allah for that," said the Finance Minister. Highest-ever Economic GrowthThe Finance Minister said the year 2020 is very important in the national life.

Source: Dhaka Tribune June 11, 2020 10:41 UTC