Bangladesh

Businesses across the country have expressed concern over the deteriorating law and order situation in the capital city of Bangladesh - Dhaka - as 18 cases of murder, five jewellery heists, and several incidents of mugging were recorded in January. However, the Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has dismissed these concerns, stating that Dhaka's situation only 'fluctuated' during the month. DMP Additional Police Commissioner Abdul Jalil Mandol told The Financial Express that criminal activity normally increases during the winter season and that the police have stepped up their efforts accordingly. Should the situation deteriorate even further, it would certainly put added pressure on the Awami League-led government.

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