Dhaka, April 24 -- Rising nonperforming loans-projected to reach nearly Tk 6.5 trillion by the end of 2025-alongside widespread graft allegations, growing debt burden, decreasing local value addition and other warning signs suggest that Bangladesh's economy is increasingly burdened by entrenched rent-seeking behaviour. Instead of generating new wealth, many individuals and entities appear focused on manipulating political and institutional frameworks to extract gains without contributing real economic value. This pattern undermines productivity, distorts incentives, and weakens long-term growth prospects. Transitioning from a rent-seeking economy to one driven by productivity, innovation, and value creation is no longer optional; it is an...