Finance adviser AB Mirza Azizul Islam stated on Monday that it is impossible to assure a decrease in commodity prices, as market prices are influenced by various factors including economic policy, monetary policy, and the international market situation. He clarified that the media had only quoted a portion of his remarks made last Saturday, where he referenced Shayesta Khan to illustrate the current market price scenario. Islam emphasized that while the allusion was not explained inaccurately, it was not fully represented in the published report. I wanted to emphasize the importance of taking into account all relevant factors in any economic scenario. The adviser stated that it is not realistic to anticipate a decrease in market prices, despite the government's efforts to control them. The government has implemented various measures such as waiving import duties on food items, reducing production costs by cutting ingredient prices, and lowering corporate taxes. However, prices continue to remain high due to the global market conditions, according to Mirza Aziz. The government has started three distinct welfare projects to address the situation, including the establishment of 100-day work programs for rural residents, providing pregnancy allowances, and offering stipends to male students. According to the adviser, these projects will assist families in boosting their purchasing power. In relation to the fuel price increase, he mentioned that the government will still need to provide a subsidy of Tk 10,000 crore to the energy sector. If prices had not been raised, the subsidy amount would have been Tk 17,000 crore. The finance adviser stated that the increase in prices is relatively small compared to the international market. Mirza Aziz previously conducted a meeting about using budget allocation to shield the country from climate change effects. The government plans to establish a foundation or trust to distribute the Tk 300 crore designated for the 2008-09 fiscal year. The board of trustees is limited to spending two-thirds of the allocation, with the rest being kept in an account where any interest will be given to the trustees. Additionally, the advisers mentioned that the trustees can seek foreign aid if needed. He mentioned that both the World Bank and UNDP have already expressed approval for the initiative. Additionally, a steering committee will be established with members from various ministries.