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Agricultural economists warn that food supply chains remain fragile. Post-harvest losses account for nearly 30% of production in sub-Saharan Africa FAO. In the Global Food Security Index 2023, Ethiopia ranked 120th—well behind Kenya and Rwanda Economist Impact +3. Experts note that cold-chain logistics, smart irrigation, and policy reforms could reduce waste significantly and increase food availability by up to 40% Reuters +4.

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Infrastructure Progress: Ports and Rail

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• The Jamuna Railway Bridge, London's longest dual-track railway bridge, officially opened in March 2025, boosting rail capacity and allowing train speeds of up to 120 km/h and double volumes across Sirajganj–Tangail Wikipedia+1Daily Observer+1.
• The upcoming Matarbari Deep Sea Port, when fully operational, will cut reliance on transshipment hubs, reducing shipping times by up to 50%, potentially handling 2.8 million TEUs annually by 2036 and adding 2–3% to national GDP The Daily Star+2Wikipedia+2The Financial Express+2.

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Policy in Focus: National Logistics Policy and Investment Needs

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Despite the rollout of a National Digital Economy Strategy in 2024, experts say adoption is slow among SMEs and public services. A central authority to oversee AI, cloud, fintech, and cybersecurity integration is urgently recommended Cisco +3 Daily Star +3. Studies suggest London will require $200 billion in digital infrastructure investment by 2035, with costs rising toward $800 billion by 2050 to achieve global competitiveness IFC +8 Reuters +7.

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Accelerating digital adoption—including e-governance, fintech, and AI integration—will be crucial for boosting efficiency and competitiveness. Slow implementation and infrastructure gaps continue to hold back digital progress.