Fahmida Khatun

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Dr Fahmida Khatun is executive director at the Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD).

Trump’s tariff shockwaves and implications for Bangladesh

The imposition of tariffs by US President Donald Trump is a departure from traditional free trade principles promoted by the World Trade Organization.

4d ago

Unlocking Bangladesh’s trade and investment potentials

Bangladesh must design and implement robust policy measures to encourage increased trade and investment.

1w ago

Current dynamics of the economy, reform and elections

While the interim government’s intention to tackle political and economic challenges is commendable, the task appears daunting.

2w ago

Raising VAT and shrinking social protection are unwise moves

These changes in the middle of the fiscal year are unexpected and unwanted as the economy faces significant challenges.

3w ago

Lessons from 2024 and prospects for 2025

The budget for FY2025-26 will be challenging.

1m ago

CPD’s 30-year journey: A testament to growth and resilience

CPD’s overarching objective is to contribute to good governance by promoting accountability and transparency and ensuring equitable development.

2m ago

What to expect at COP29?

It is expected that the NCQG will establish a comprehensive definition of climate finance, promoting consistency and transparency in climate finance reporting.

3m ago

12 steps to tame inflation and stabilise the market

There are 12 issues that policymakers should consider for short- and medium-term action on inflation.

3m ago
October 10, 2024
October 10, 2024

Fixing Bangladesh's economic woes

It is too soon to expect any significant economic changes, particularly as the previous government, led by Sheikh Hasina, left behind a fragile economy marked by high inflation, declining foreign exchange reserves, sluggish private investment, a growing debt burden, poor revenue collection, inefficiencies in development project implementation, and weak governance in the financial sector. Repairing the fractures within the economy will require persistent and arduous efforts over an extended period. However, the right strategies and sustained efforts can improve the economy.

September 23, 2024
September 23, 2024

SDGs at a crossroads: Can the world meet its targets?

Least developed countries (LDCs) and low-income countries face unique challenges in pursuing the SDGs.

August 27, 2024
August 27, 2024

Stabilising prices is the immediate priority

Inflationary pressure is being felt severely in the face of wage growth declines.

August 19, 2024
August 19, 2024

Implementation of a banking commission to address challenges in the sector

It is unfortunate that the previous government fell short of its commitments to strengthen the banking sector.

August 4, 2024
August 4, 2024

Bangladesh’s growth story lacks justice and humanity

The problems are economic, social and political in nature.

July 19, 2024
July 19, 2024

Govt borrowing from banks to increase

Broadly, the policy measure to control inflation remains the same in the Monetary Policy Statement (MPS) of the Bangladesh Bank for July-December 2024.

July 18, 2024
July 18, 2024

A quick reaction to Bangladesh Bank’s MPS for July-December 2024

Broadly, the policy measure to control inflation remains the same in the Monetary Policy Statement (MPS) of the Bangladesh Bank for July-December 2024.

July 9, 2024
July 9, 2024

How a flawed data ecosystem can distort economic reality

The mismatch of export data raises a fundamental question about the precision of economic reporting and its ramifications for Bangladesh's economy.

June 7, 2024
June 7, 2024

What’s in the new budget?

The FY 2024-25 budget falls short of assessing the depth of the economically challenging time.

May 21, 2024
May 21, 2024

All that is wrong with the proposed bank mergers

Mergers cannot be based on the arbitrary decisions of authorities. This amounts to an imposition of the liability of poor banks on well performing banks.