Crony capitalism stifled investment and growth in Bangladesh
Crony capitalism is deeply ingrained and has gotten in the way of a truly dynamic and inclusive economy in Bangladesh.
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Navigating economic crisis and political unrest: Lessons Bangladesh and Sri Lanka can share
There is much to learn from both Bangladesh and Sri Lanka, two South Asian countries, as they navigate their shifting landscapes.
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WORLD FOOD DAY: Food security is not just about food production
World Food Day raises global awareness and prompts action for those suffering from hunger.
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Overcoming tax reform challenges in Bangladesh
Low revenue from taxes hinders economic growth and perpetuates cycles of poverty and inequality.
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The steep economic challenges that the interim government faces
It is crucial for the interim government to focus on setting a strong foundation for future changes.
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Why a political consensus on reforms is necessary
The country needs a new political settlement among the key actors, currently critically important in Bangladesh’s politics.
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What does poverty research in Bangladesh require?
In-depth poverty research in Bangladesh requires understanding the structural factors behind poverty.
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How concerned should we be about food insecurity?
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.
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January 8, 2024
What lies ahead for Bangladesh’s economy?
To overcome the economic crisis, no doubt, the country needs strong economic leadership, backed by strong political will.
December 3, 2023
A ‘blended regime’ drives our economic and political crises
Bangladesh is now in the depths of both economic and political crises.
November 18, 2023
Political violence during election will make economic recovery more difficult
There are some big concerns we must address given the possibility of the political tension permeating our economic domain.
October 29, 2023
Food insecurity is haunting our poor
The soaring food prices, coupled with falling real income, pose a serious challenge for the poor in terms of accessing adequate and nutritious food.
October 9, 2023
Taming the inflation monster in Bangladesh
Inflation in Bangladesh has reached its highest level in a decade and has been a persistent problem for more than 18 months, starting from early last year.
September 28, 2023
Switching to renewables is easier than we think
Bangladesh’s progress towards switching to renewable energy has remained slow and uncertain.
September 4, 2023
Demystifying BRICS and the stakes for Bangladesh
Bangladesh has strong economic aspirations to become part of a forum like BRICS.
July 7, 2023
Why the new budget can't solve our problems
The key question, however, remains: to what extent have our current economic challenges been addressed by the new budget? It hasn't done proper justice to answer this question.
June 1, 2023
There is no consistency or logic in the targets set in the budget
We should have focused on addressing the macro-fundamentals, which would create a launching pad for the coming year’s fiscal flow.
April 3, 2023
When hunger strikes
Addressing the inflationary pressure and the resulting food insecurity of the poorer households need to be the top priority now.
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