Abu Afsarul Haider

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.

2m ago

The job market is crying for reforms

Creating new jobs requires increased investments and the establishment of new businesses.

2m ago

For real growth, invest more into education and health

Bangladesh still struggles to adequately invest in education and healthcare

6m 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.

10m ago

A concerning rise in income inequality

Money and politics have become deeply intertwined over the last few decades

11m ago
February 11, 2023
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.