Dhaka, Mar 05 (V7N) – Financial Advisor Dr. Saleh Uddin Ahmed has expressed satisfaction with the current market situation, stating that commodity prices have remained stable compared to the previous year. However, he noted that the government is working to bring prices down further.

Dr. Saleh Uddin made these remarks after attending a meeting of the Advisory Council on Procurement at the Secretariat on Wednesday (March 5) afternoon.

While acknowledging the challenges in the economy, he noted that trade and commerce have slowed, and unemployment has risen. The government, he said, is implementing economic assistance and incentives across various sectors to revive economic activity.

Dr. Saleh Uddin emphasized that multiple initiatives are underway to create job opportunities. He also remarked that several businesses linked to the previous government had to shut down due to internal issues, and efforts would be made to support affected workers through new employment initiatives.

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