Dhaka, Aug. 31 -- Bangladesh's healthcare system is under immense strain due to chronic underfunding, weak regulation, and poor coordination, forcing citizens to bear 74 per cent of medical expenses out of pocket-- the highest globally.

At the Bangladesh Health Conclave 2025 on Saturday, experts and policymakers warned that without urgent reforms and stronger collaboration between the public and private sectors, access to quality healthcare will remain beyond the reach of millions.

They demanded a sharp increase in budget allocation, from less than 1 per cent of GDP at present to between 5 and 8 per cent, alongside regulatory reforms to restore public trust and strengthen service delivery.

The event organised by Bangla newspaper Bonik ...