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

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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The country has attained almost self-sufficiency in rice, but food production alone can never guarantee food security. FILE PHOTO: RAJIB RAIHAN

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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economic challenges for interim government

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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November 5, 2019

Three cases of ‘policy paralysis’ in Bangladesh

“Policy paralysis” can be described as a situation where critically important laws and reforms are not undertaken or, even if undertaken, not implemented as a result of a lack

September 26, 2019

The political economy of the fourth industrial revolution

There have been four waves of industrial revolution so far in the history of mankind. The first industrial revolution (from the mid-seventeenth century to the mid-eighteen century) took place in Europe and the United States. 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

September 20, 2019

Expanding social protection

One major challenge faced by policymakers in most developing countries is that though conventional measurements of poverty are useful in identifying the poor people in general, these measurements fail to capture the critical sections of the population who are

June 1, 2019

Addressing our growing inequality using fiscal policy

Economic growth with the reduction in poverty and inequality are important development objectives in the policymaking process in Bangladesh.

May 10, 2019

Prioritise investment in human capital

Education and health play key roles in human capital formation. Investment in human capital formation is considered a means of improving the quality of life and sustaining economic growth. Education and health are regarded as critical pathways to economic development as they increase the productivity of individuals and generate skilled labour force.

April 8, 2019