Bangladesh in the Lead
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🌾 Agricultural Powerhouse
In 2022, Bangladesh had 60.52% of its land area as arable, with 78.90% of its agricultural land being irrigated in 2021, showcasing its strong agricultural base.
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⚖️ Gender Parity in Education
In 2021, Bangladesh achieved a gender parity index of 1.24 for secondary school enrollment, reflecting progress in educational equality.
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👗 Textile Titan
In 2018, textiles and clothing accounted for 56.81% of the value added in manufacturing, highlighting Bangladesh's dominance in the textile industry.
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📦 Manufacturing Export Leader
In 2015, 95.81% of Bangladesh's merchandise exports were manufactured goods, emphasizing its role as a major exporter in the global market.
Bangladesh Following Behind
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🔄 Trade Challenges
In 2023, trade in services contributed only 3.60% to Bangladesh's GDP, indicating a need for diversification in its trade portfolio.
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📚 Educational Shortcomings
With compulsory education lasting only 5 years as of 2023, Bangladesh faces challenges in providing extended educational opportunities.
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🏥 Health Expenditure Concerns
In 2022, domestic general government health expenditure was only 0.15% of GDP, highlighting a critical area for improvement.
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🚧 Trade Protectionism
In 2022, Bangladesh had a bound rate of 158.91% for all products and 179.79% for primary products, reflecting high trade barriers.
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💊 Poverty and Healthcare
In 2016, 6.99% of the population was pushed below the $3.65 poverty line due to out-of-pocket healthcare expenses, indicating financial strain on citizens.
