He disclosed the figure while responding to a question from BNP MP Reza Ahmed of Kushtia-1.
The finance minister said the government is taking a range of measures to reduce the debt burden on people, with emphasis on increasing revenue collection, ensuring efficient management of public funds and strengthening debt management.
He said the government is working to expand the revenue base and increase tax and non-tax revenue to boost its own income and reduce the need for borrowing, reports UNB.
At the same time, efforts are being made to make public expenditure more economical and productive while curbing unnecessary and non-priority spending, he said.
The government is also pursuing market-based and disciplined borrowing and debt…