MACRO MIRROR
What to expect at COP29?
It is expected that the NCQG will establish a comprehensive definition of climate finance, promoting consistency and transparency in climate finance reporting.
12 steps to tame inflation and stabilise the market
There are 12 issues that policymakers should consider for short- and medium-term action on inflation.
Bangladesh’s quest for a corruption-free tomorrow
Corruption manifests in various forms—such as bribery, favouritism, and embezzlement—and is experienced firsthand by ordinary citizens, entrepreneurs and investors.
SDGs at a crossroads: Can the world meet its targets?
Least developed countries (LDCs) and low-income countries face unique challenges in pursuing the SDGs.
Stabilising prices is the immediate priority
Inflationary pressure is being felt severely in the face of wage growth declines.
Implementation of a banking commission to address challenges in the sector
It is unfortunate that the previous government fell short of its commitments to strengthen the banking sector.
Bangladesh’s growth story lacks justice and humanity
The problems are economic, social and political in nature.
How a flawed data ecosystem can distort economic reality
The mismatch of export data raises a fundamental question about the precision of economic reporting and its ramifications for Bangladesh's economy.
From rhetoric to realisation of climate actions at COP27
Despite demands from climate-change-affected countries, the issue of loss and damage has been contentious at the global forum.
Can an IMF loan rescue Bangladesh's economy?
Our current economic situation is one in which countries usually look to the IMF for balance of payment support.
How are LDCs faring with agricultural trade and food security?
LDCs are predominantly agricultural economies, but are also highly dependent on food imports.
Is Bangladesh ready to face a global food crisis?
We now face the real risk of massive hunger and famine.
Two major economic woes Bangladesh needs to address right now
High inflation and low export and remittance earnings are a major cause for concern at the moment.
Significance of BIMSTEC during turbulent times
BIMSTEC countries have the potential for benefiting mutually and contributing to the global economy.
South Asian nations need a collective plan to tackle climate change
Given the nature of climate-induced problems faced by the countries in South Asia, policymakers should undertake both adaptation and mitigation measures.
PM Hasina’s India visit: Will our expectations be met?
The Bangladesh-India relationship covers a wide range of sectors
Here's how we can beat the heat waves
The world is feeling the scorching heat this summer, with heat waves sweeping across several countries in Europe and Asia.
How effective will the Bangladesh Bank's new monetary policy be?
The Bangladesh Bank (BB) has revealed its Monetary Policy Statement (MPS) for the period of July-December 2022 at a time when the country, and the world, is going through tough economic challenges.