Finance minister inherited a ruptured economy. Now comes the harder part -- fixing it

The government’s first 100 days have failed to demonstrate a clear break from past political practices, with partisan appointments, executive-heavy laws and weak institutions continuing to raise questions about its commitment to good governance and accountability, Transparency International Bangladesh said in a report released yesterday.

Before the February election, the BNP vowed to restore law and order and ensure public safety if voted to office.

A review of the BNP government’s first hundred days, examining early gains, challenges, and reform uncertainties.

When the BNP swept to power in February, expectations ran high. After years of misrule, voters were hungry for change.