There is ample evidence showing that both domestic and foreign direct investment (FDI) have a significant positive effect on economic growth.
Higher tariffs on Bangladeshi exports will cost more for American consumers, resulting in reduced demand.
Economics, the subject, and its application make it both a science and art.
The Local Government Reform Commission’s recommendation to give zila parishads a stronger planning function makes sense.
The abrupt decision by the Trump administration to freeze almost all USAID operations globally has surprised millions of vulnerable people around the world.
Local government reform must continue, keeping future demand for services in view.
Effective political leadership is essential for achieving democratic governance.
In Bangladesh, challenges hindering the achievement of economic equality are: low public expenditure on education, training, health, rural development and social protection.
The Dhanmondi lake deserves some serious attention by the relevant authorities to save it from pollution.
Education and skills are important prerequisites for faster economic and social development of a country. A skilled workforce is an asset and helps in ensuring enhanced productivity, adoption of new technology, global competitiveness, increased income and reduction of poverty. The East Asian countries achieved a higher growth path with adequate investment in skills development.
Social values form the basic foundation of a nation. The values define what is acceptable in a society and determine the behaviour of the people. Social values are however not static and can change over time based on what beliefs and attitudes people embrace as they move on.
The alarmingly high level of noise pollution in Dhaka city calls for urgent attention of the authorities as well as the people at large.
The share of Bangladesh's urban population reached 35 percent in 2018 with a total urban population of about 58 million, which is expected to reach 80 million by 2030.
Child mortality reduction was a crucial aspect of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). It is considered to be an important indicator of socioeconomic advancement under the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Target 3.2 under Goal 3 of the SDGs calls for ending preventable deaths of newborns and children under five years of age.
