Smart Bangladesh Paragraph
Smart Bangladesh/Vision 2041" is a national strategic plan to farther develop the socio-economic standing of the Peoples Republic of Bangladesh, issued by Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and formulated by National Economic Council.
“Smart Bangladesh/Vision 2041” is about being inclusive, about the people, the citizens of Bangladesh. Built on the 4 pillars of SMART Citizens, SMART Government, SMART Economy and SMART Society. It's about bridging the digital divide by innovating and scaling sustainable digital solutions that all citizens, regardless of their socio-economic background, all businesses, regardless of their size, can benefit from. Building on the launch pad created by Digital Bangladesh. "Smart Bangladesh/Vision 2041" is the next major step towards realizing Bangabandhu’s dream of Shonar Bangladesh, a Golden Bangladesh.
Goals of Smart Bangladesh or Vision 2041
- Per capita income of $12,500 (more than $16,000 in 2041 prices)
- Maintain 9% GDP growth until 2031.
- Increase investment/GDP ratio to 46.9%
- Increasing tax revenue to 15% of GDP.
- Export diversification.
- Increase exports earnings to $300 billion.
- Increase life expectancy to 80 years.
- Extend universal health care to 75% of the population.
- Increase adult literacy rate to 100% by 2031.
- Free education for up to 12 years.
