After a meeting with the Asian Development Bank's (ADB) Vice President, Salehuddin Ahmed, the Economic Adviser to the government, reported that the ADB is pleased with Bangladesh's economic achievements compared to other countries. The ADB confirmed its support for reforms in the banking sector and National Board of Revenue (NBR), along with providing necessary assistance for the government’s realistic and achievable budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. Salehuddin emphasized the importance of reducing expenditures and improving efficiency.