The interim government has decided to move forward with Bangladesh’s transition from a Least Developed Country (LDC) to a developing nation by 2026, reversing earlier considerations of delaying the process. The Chief Adviser has directed authorities to begin preparations to tackle the challenges associated with this transition. Bangladesh is officially set to graduate from the LDC category on November 24, 2026. Following the recent political shift, the interim government had previously expressed concerns over alleged statistical manipulation during the League’s tenure, raising doubts about whether Bangladesh would achieve developing country status as planned. However, with the latest decision, preparations for the transition are now a priority.