The Public Expenditure Framework of Bangladesh is primarily focused on infrastructure, health, and education.
- The framework aims to enhance developmental goals through strategic resource allocation in key areas such as social safety nets, transport infrastructure, and human development, while ensuring fiscal sustainability, reducing poverty, and improving the efficiency of public services.
Key priorities of the framework include:
- Infrastructure & Development: High priority on Annual Development Program (ADP) spending, particularly in transportation.
- Social Sectors: High focus on education, healthcare, and social protection to promote human development.
- Public Financial Management (PFM): Implementing reforms under the Public Expenditure and Financial Accountability (PEFA) framework to improve fiscal discipline and budget execution.
- Subsidies: Directing significant resources towards agriculture and food security.
Additionally, the framework emphasizes strengthening public expenditure management and adapting to climate-related shocks