Reforms require unity among our politicians
Bangladesh’s political standards are now at their lowest point, with integrity in governance and honesty in leadership almost non-existent.
1m ago
How Western nations can help Bangladesh reclaim stolen assets
Given the current economic reality of Bangladesh, recovering stolen assets must be a top priority for the interim government.
1m ago
The job market is crying for reforms
Creating new jobs requires increased investments and the establishment of new businesses.
1m ago
For real growth, invest more into education and health
Bangladesh still struggles to adequately invest in education and healthcare
5m ago
We are not taking care of our young generation
One significant factor behind young people’s feeling of disillusionment is the pervasive corruption committed by businessmen, politicians, government officials, and influential figures, among others
6m ago
For a brighter tomorrow, put an end to corruption today
The intricate connection between politics and corruption in Bangladesh raises profound concerns that demand immediate attention.
9m ago
Challenges on the road to becoming the 28th largest economy
Bangladesh undeniably stands out as one of the most promising economies in the region. Despite facing resource constraints, the country has made commendable economic and social progress since independence.
9m ago
A concerning rise in income inequality
Money and politics have become deeply intertwined over the last few decades
10m ago
February 11, 2023
How can we become an attractive investment destination?
Economic growth and business development are highly dependent on the business climate created by socio-economic policies and political decisions of governments.
June 24, 2022
Education system in Bangladesh needs to change
In Bangladesh, although primary education is free and the government provides the textbooks, more than 4.3 million children aged 6-15 years are not in school.
February 13, 2022
Sustaining our economic growth for a better society
While most economies around the world today are suffering from an economic crisis due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Bangladesh’s gross domestic product (GDP) is expected to grow by 6.4 percent in the 2021-22 fiscal year (FY), according to the World Bank.
December 20, 2021
To keep Bangladesh moving forward, we need urgent actions
In 1971, when Bangladesh emerged victorious from the Liberation War, many doubted that the country could survive as an independent state.
September 10, 2021
How war and arms sales are exacerbating global poverty
Poverty has many roots, and it has many causes. but among those causes, war and arms sales are one of the greatest obstacles to development and poverty reduction.
August 23, 2021
Why is foreign direct investment so low in Bangladesh and how to increase it?
Despite steady economic growth in the country over the past decade, foreign direct investment (FDI) has been comparatively low in Bangladesh compared to regional peers.
March 17, 2021
Bringing population back into the conversation
The relationship between population growth and economic growth is of great interest both for demographers and for development economists.
February 11, 2021
Key socioeconomic issues we must address to reduce poverty
Poverty is a multifaceted economic phenomenon. Although dealing with the causes of poverty in Bangladesh is complex, the country has nonetheless shown impressive improvements and resilience over the years. Before the coronavirus crisis,
November 18, 2020
Why is tax-GDP ratio so low in Bangladesh and how to raise it?
Despite positive economic growth in recent years, Bangladesh has one of the lowest tax-to-GDP ratios (9.3 percent) in the South Asian region. It is 23.1 percent in Nepal, 16.8 percent in India and 11.0 percent in Pakistan.
September 22, 2020
As the pandemic continues, the rich are getting richer
The Covid-19 pandemic may have taken a heavy toll on the global economy, but the pandemic hasn’t been bad for everyone. While hundreds of millions of people worldwide have lost their source of earning and have become jobless, billionaires are getting richer than ever before.
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