ADB, World Bank approve loans worth $1.5 billion to Bangladesh
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) approved a $900 million loan, of which $500 million will support efforts to stabilise and reform the country's banking sector, while the remaining $400 million will promote climate-resilient and inclusive development initiatives, The Daily Star newspaper reported.
'The $500 million policy-based loan aims to strengthen governance, asset quality and stability within Bangladesh's banking system,' the ADB said in a statement on Thursday (June 19, 2025).
Separately, the ADB also approved a $400 million loan for the second phase of the Climate-Resilient Inclusive Development Programme (CRIDP) aimed at supporting Bangladesh's efforts to adapt to climate change, cut emissions and foster inclusive economic growth.
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Also on Thursday (June 19, 2025), the World Bank (WB) approved $640 million for two projects aimed at enhancing gas supply and improving air quality in Bangladesh.
With the ADB and WB approvals, Bangladesh is set to receive more than $1.5 billion — a development that will ease the continued strain on its foreign currency reserves.
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