Ashikur Rahman

Dr Ashikur Rahman is senior economist at the Policy Research Institute (PRI).

IMF’s rigidity risks hindering our recovery momentum

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has decided to prolong its discussions with Bangladesh, aiming to reach a staff-level agreement for the next tranche of its $4.7 billion support package.

2d ago

Why some nations rise while others stagnate

Why do some nations prosper while others remain mired in poverty or stagnation? Why do countries that once showed promise -- like Argentina or South Africa -- struggle to sustain momentum? And what allows certain countries, such as Japan or China, to achieve lasting economic transformation?

1w ago

FY25 budget reaction: The direction of the budget is correct

The fundamental challenge facing policymakers in implementing a contractionary budget will be patience

10m ago

Budget embraces correct strategic direction

The proposed national budget for FY25 has remained a widely speculated topic for the people of this country. Bangladesh has been navigating a precarious global economy over the last 24 months, and the economic aftereffects of Covid-19 and the Ukraine-Russia have not only complicated macroeconomic management but created widespread concerns across both domestic and international actors.

10m ago

Budget embraces correct strategic direction

The recently proposed national budget for FY25 has remained a widely speculated topic for the people of this country

10m ago

FY2025 budget can be our chance to stabilise economy

The upcoming budget is crucial for shaping the strategic direction that the government will craft to trigger a sustainable recovery.

11m ago

Taming Inflation: Let the orthodox monetary policy work

Uncontrolled inflationary pressure is one of the most problematic phenomena in the country.

1y ago
April 21, 2025
April 21, 2025

IMF’s rigidity risks hindering our recovery momentum

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has decided to prolong its discussions with Bangladesh, aiming to reach a staff-level agreement for the next tranche of its $4.7 billion support package.

April 16, 2025
April 16, 2025

Why some nations rise while others stagnate

Why do some nations prosper while others remain mired in poverty or stagnation? Why do countries that once showed promise -- like Argentina or South Africa -- struggle to sustain momentum? And what allows certain countries, such as Japan or China, to achieve lasting economic transformation?

June 7, 2024
June 7, 2024

FY25 budget reaction: The direction of the budget is correct

The fundamental challenge facing policymakers in implementing a contractionary budget will be patience

June 7, 2024
June 7, 2024

Budget embraces correct strategic direction

The proposed national budget for FY25 has remained a widely speculated topic for the people of this country. Bangladesh has been navigating a precarious global economy over the last 24 months, and the economic aftereffects of Covid-19 and the Ukraine-Russia have not only complicated macroeconomic management but created widespread concerns across both domestic and international actors.

June 6, 2024
June 6, 2024

Budget embraces correct strategic direction

The recently proposed national budget for FY25 has remained a widely speculated topic for the people of this country

May 24, 2024
May 24, 2024

FY2025 budget can be our chance to stabilise economy

The upcoming budget is crucial for shaping the strategic direction that the government will craft to trigger a sustainable recovery.

March 19, 2024
March 19, 2024

Taming Inflation: Let the orthodox monetary policy work

Uncontrolled inflationary pressure is one of the most problematic phenomena in the country.