Bangladesh’s new Finance Minister, Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury, has stated that approximately 1,300 development projects initiated by the previous government pose a significant challenge to the current administration. He described the situation as one where the government is unable to easily continue or abandon these projects, creating a difficult predicament. The projects, numerous in number, represent a substantial financial and logistical burden. Minister Chowdhury made these remarks while addressing a seminar titled “Debating Budget & Beyond” in Dhaka on Thursday. He indicated the projects are in a state of limbo, requiring careful evaluation to determine the best course of action. The government faces the complex task of assessing the viability and necessity of each project before committing further resources. This situation highlights potential issues with project planning and implementation from the previous administration.