Bangladesh is on the path from a Least Developed Country to a developing nation, but it is not fully prepared, says Fisheries and Livestock Adviser Farida Akhtar. She highlighted discrepancies in GDP, income, and social indicators from the previous government and emphasized the need to assess tariff and GSP benefits carefully. Importing low-cost beef could harm local farmers, while exports like seaweed and Kucchi offer potential. By November 2026, the country must be ready for its developing country status.