Selim Raihan
Dr Selim Raihan is professor, Department of Economics, University of Dhaka, Bangladesh, and executive director, South Asian Network on Economic Modeling (Sanem). Email: selim.raihan@econdu.ac.bd
Dr Selim Raihan is professor, Department of Economics, University of Dhaka, Bangladesh, and executive director, South Asian Network on Economic Modeling (Sanem). Email: selim.raihan@econdu.ac.bd
Crony capitalism is deeply ingrained and has gotten in the way of a truly dynamic and inclusive economy in Bangladesh.
There is much to learn from both Bangladesh and Sri Lanka, two South Asian countries, as they navigate their shifting landscapes.
World Food Day raises global awareness and prompts action for those suffering from hunger.
Low revenue from taxes hinders economic growth and perpetuates cycles of poverty and inequality.
It is crucial for the interim government to focus on setting a strong foundation for future changes.
The country needs a new political settlement among the key actors, currently critically important in Bangladesh’s politics.
In-depth poverty research in Bangladesh requires understanding the structural factors behind poverty.
The persistent high inflationary pressures in Bangladesh over the last two years have heightened concerns regarding the erosion of food security among a large section of the population.
Crony capitalism is deeply ingrained and has gotten in the way of a truly dynamic and inclusive economy in Bangladesh.
There is much to learn from both Bangladesh and Sri Lanka, two South Asian countries, as they navigate their shifting landscapes.
World Food Day raises global awareness and prompts action for those suffering from hunger.
Low revenue from taxes hinders economic growth and perpetuates cycles of poverty and inequality.
It is crucial for the interim government to focus on setting a strong foundation for future changes.
The country needs a new political settlement among the key actors, currently critically important in Bangladesh’s politics.
In-depth poverty research in Bangladesh requires understanding the structural factors behind poverty.
The persistent high inflationary pressures in Bangladesh over the last two years have heightened concerns regarding the erosion of food security among a large section of the population.
Urban poverty has seen a rise between the pre-Covid time and now, serving a debilitating blow to the food security of urban populace.
Despite moderate performance in several SDGs, Bangladesh faces major challenges in actually achieving them.