Dhaka, April 10 -- Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury has said that the upcoming national budget will prioritise building a sustainable, transparent and inclusive economy in a shift from growth bias of yesteryear.

Elaborating on the economic-financial blueprint, he says the government aims to stimulate a cycle of investment, production, employment and consumption to deliver sustained and inclusive growth over the coming decade.

Delivering a statement Friday in parliament under Rule 300, the finance minister noted that the 2026-27 budget is being prepared amid multiple economic pressures, including inflation and external imbalances.

"We are fully aware of the high expectations surrounding the first budget of the newly elected...