Bangladesh, Aug. 13 -- Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury has rejected allegations that the latest inflation figures were manipulated, saying the decline in inflation in July was primarily driven by lower prices of rice and meat.

"This government will by no means distort information. Rather, we want to re-examine past statistical errors or misleading data presented to the public and work based on accurate facts," he said.

"Having correct data is crucial for the government, as policy will be formulated based on those numbers," he added.

The minister made the remarks in response to reporters' questions about the latest inflation figures and public scepticism over the data at the closing ceremony of a three-day conference on th...