Mir Aftabuddin Ahmed

Mir Aftabuddin Ahmed is policy development officer at the City of Toronto.

Canada bets on the political centre and an economist

Mark Carney faces an assignment that will stretch even his crisis-tested resume.

3d ago

The role of state and society in sustaining gendered violence

Rape persists in Bangladesh at the scale it does because too many men believe they are superior beings and that women exist to be controlled.

1w ago

A reminder of the nearly unwinnable hand Yunus was dealt

A sentiment has taken root in Bangladesh: Yunus is an honest man with good intentions.

3m ago

The BPL anthem: A rhythm of change

Bangladesh's youth rise up, fueling a cultural movement of protest and hope.

5m ago

Sustainable policy reforms demand a cultural change

Dr Yunus outlined five strategic arenas for reform: the Election Commission (EC), judiciary, civil administration, security forces, and media.

8m ago

When rule of (no) law reigns supreme

A narrative from both the government and some mass media outlets promotes a version of events that is far detached from the reality experienced

9m ago

An ode to our senior citizens

The notion of community upliftment will fade with the passing of Bangladesh's current cohort of senior citizens.

11m ago

Pakistan bats for Imran Khan

Khan's clout originates from a general belief that he can do no wrong while representing Pakistan.

1y ago
January 28, 2017
January 28, 2017

Trump's threat to Obama's environmental legacy

Barack Obama has been a very interesting international figure in the last decade or so. His administration has been dubbed by the

January 24, 2017
January 24, 2017

Why we need it now

More than ever before, Bangladesh truly needs to work towards a sustainable economy, hand in hand. political culture, the term consensus seems to be floating around the media these days. Let the citizens show politicians the power of such a consensus.

January 10, 2017
January 10, 2017

The lasting symbolism of Bangabandhu

Thousands waited to catch a glimpse of the man who had single-handedly captivated the minds of the Bengali people.

January 5, 2017
January 5, 2017

Bangladesh at a Political Crossroads

Bangladesh will be observing the eighth consecutive year of the present Awami League Government on January 5, 2017.

December 28, 2016
December 28, 2016

Engaging young people: Think big

The National Youth Policy of 2003 defines a Bangladeshi youth as an individual aged between 18 and 34. In coherence with established population models of developing nations, Bangladesh has observed a consistent increase in the growth of its youth populace.

December 23, 2016
December 23, 2016

Dhaka needs a revolution in its public transportation network

From the very top, I think I should make it clear that living in the snowy apocalyptic hell of Toronto, I do use Uber from time to time.

December 8, 2016
December 8, 2016

Why I am not celebrating

In a recent commentary piece, Mr. Mahfuz Anam shed light on the Democracy Restoration Day and outlined the demands that the then tripartite alliance between the Awami League-led 15-party coalition, the BNP-led 7-party coalition and a group of left-leaning parties, made to the nation.

October 16, 2016
October 16, 2016

A foreigner's perspective

Having visited Thailand for over five times during my lifetime, I would like to believe that I learnt quite a lot about the country and its culture. Its booming tourism industry and ever growing clothing market are attractive to travellers and foreign investors alike.

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