By Nabab Chowdhury, Daily Time News
In a bold and unprecedented move, the Bangladesh protest movement has announced a freeze on foreign remittances, escalating their ongoing demonstrations against the government’s economic policies. The decision, which took effect this week, marks a significant shift in the protest tactics employed by various groups dissatisfied with the current administration.
The protest leaders argue that the government’s economic mismanagement has led to skyrocketing inflation and diminished purchasing power, making life increasingly difficult for ordinary citizens. By halting remittances, which constitute a vital part of the national economy, the movement aims to put pressure on the government to address their grievances more urgently.
Foreign remittances, which are crucial for many Bangladeshi families and a significant source of foreign exchange for the country, have historically been a stable economic pillar. The
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