Full article
Economy

Bangladesh has two decades to leverage demographic dividend: World Bank

The World Bank notes that South Asia's working-age population will peak within a decade, leaving Bangladesh with a two-decade window to capitalize on its demographic dividend.

TBS Bangladesh ยท 3 November 2026, 10:40 AM

According to the World Bank, the window for South Asia to utilize its demographic dividend is narrowing. The region's working-age population is projected to reach its peak and begin a decline in less than ten years. Consequently, Bangladesh has approximately two decades remaining to effectively harness this demographic advantage.