Big claim in Economist’s report

Recently, in a report released by UK media house “The Economist”, Bangladesh has been declared the best performing country of 2024. This report is based on selecting a country that has made significant improvements in the last 12 months.

Student movement and the fall of Sheikh Hasina’s government

• According to reports, a student movement in Bangladesh led to the fall of Sheikh Hasina’s government.
• Sheikh Hasina, who was the daughter of a freedom fighter, led the country to rapid economic growth.
• However, his dictatorial policies, such as:
  • rigging in elections,
  • putting opponents in jail,
  • And orders for the army to open fire on the protesters,
    Made his government controversial.

The Economist’s opinion

The report said:

“Bangladesh overthrew an oppressive and dictatorial government on the strength of the student movement.”

• This is being considered a major achievement for the country in the direction of democracy and social reform.

Islamic extremism is the biggest threat

The report cautions that despite reforms in Bangladesh, Islamic extremism remains a major challenge.

• At present, BNP, the country’s largest party, has been described as aggressive.
• However, the changes so far are encouraging.

Government praises Nobel laureate Mohammad Yunus

• The report praised the interim government led by Nobel laureate Mohammad Yunus.
• The government enjoys widespread support from students, the military, businessmen and citizens.
• He has handled the economy firmly.

Focus on India-Bangladesh relations

• According to the report, Bangladesh needs to improve its relations with India and take a decision on the upcoming elections quickly.

Syria: emerged as runner-up

Syria has been declared the runner-up in this list.

• On December 8, 2024, the decades-long rule of the Assad family in Syria ended.
• The dictatorial regime of Bashar al-Assad, who had tried to preserve his power through chemical weapons and drugs, has finally ended.
• More than 6 lakh people died in the civil war of the last 13 years.
• There is an atmosphere of happiness and hope in Syria after the fall of Assad.

2023 report: Greece the winner

Last year, in 2023, Greece was named the best performing country.

• Greece emerged from a long-running economic crisis and formed a stable government.