Dhaka, May 10 -- Economists, physicians and public health experts have called for reforms to Bangladesh's tobacco tax structure, saying the measures could improve public health and significantly increase government revenue.

The recommendations came at a discussion titled "Budget 2026-27: Advancing Public Health and Increasing Tobacco Revenue" held at the National Press Club in Dhaka on Sunday.

The event was jointly organised by PROGGA (Knowledge for Progress) and the Anti-Tobacco Media Alliance (ATMA).

Speakers proposed reducing the number of cigarette price tiers, introducing a specific tax system and increasing the prices of all tobacco products.

They said implementing the proposals could generate nearly Tk 440bn in additional reven...