Roundtables
Pathways to prosperity for extremely poor people
The theme of this year’s International Day for the Eradication of Poverty is ‘Ending Social and Institutional Maltreatment:
Social Protection for RMG Workers in Bangladesh
In 2023, the Oporajita - Collective Impact on the Future of Work in Bangladesh was launched as a collaborative effort involving multiple organizations, with funding from the H&M Foundation.
Building Safe and Supportive Work Environment
Founded in 2008, Bangladesh Youth Leadership Center (BYLC), the country’s first leadership institute, exists to build connections among youth from diverse backgrounds, equip them with leadership skills, and enable them to have high impact in public, private, and civil sectors.
Current business challenges and way forward
The recent student-led mass uprising has created a momentous opportunity to build a new Bangladesh.
Can we overcome the deficit in public health expenditure?
According to Article 15 of our Constitution, the fundamental responsibilities of the state under the provisions of necessities include food, clothing, shelter, education, and medical care. Article 18.1 states, “The state shall regard the raising of the level of nutrition and the improvement of public health as among its primary duties.”
Bridging the nutrition gap
Joint Action for Nutrition Outcome (JANO) project, implemented by CARE Bangladesh, in association with The Daily Star organized a roundtable, titled “Assessing Public Expenditure in NPAN-2 & 8th FYP” on May 16, 2024. Here we publish a summary of the discussion.
The Future of Money: Central Bank’s Digital Currency
Policy Research Institute (PRI) in collaboration with The Daily Star organized a roundtable titled ‘Future of Money’ on March 31, 2024. Here we publish a summary of the discussion.
Better Work, Better Lives Elevating the RMG Industry in Bangladesh
The goal of this roundtable, along with the Better Work Bangladesh project, is to foster a sustainable, ethical, and profitable RMG sector.
Driving growth in clean cooking solutions
There is no denying the paramount importance of clean cooking for health and environmental preservation. Our focus remains on safeguarding the health of mothers and children, given the severe health and environmental ramifications of traditional cooking methods.
Unlocking economic potential with digital financial inclusion
The initiation of digital financial services (DFS) in Bangladesh has been quite satisfactory, yet its untapped potential remains substantial, presenting significant opportunities for further development. Bangladesh’s prospects are immense, as we have yet to surpass the midpoint in realizing the potential gains achievable through financial inclusion.
Thinking beyond sanitation: Transitioning to a sustainable urban water cycle
Ismène R.A.C. Stalpers, Country Director, SNV Bangladesh
South Asia in a changing world
South Asia is a critical link to the rise of Asia and its position in the international system. With a population of 1.8 billion people, it houses one fourth of the global humanity.
Alternative Credit Scoring: Collaterising Data for MSE Financing
The Business Finance for the Poor in Bangladesh (BFP-B) is a 25 million-pound programme to increase access to finance for micro and small enterprises. BFP-B has assisted financial sector regulators to develop regulation and common industry infrastructure that make
A roadmap for sustainable solution to the Rohingya crisis
The Daily Star in association with North South University (NSU) organised a roundtable titled “A roadmap for sustainable solution to the Rohingya crisis” on September 24, 2019. Here we publish a summary of the discussion.
Patterns and effects of climate change in the north-west Bangladesh and its policy implications
Bangladesh is one of the worst sufferers of climate change. The north-west part of Bangladesh has improved a lot in the last few years in terms of both poverty and employment but the adverse impacts of climate change are putting our progress at risk.
Affordable homes for all
A comprehensive policy taking into account the interests of landowners, builders, financiers and prospective homeowners can give a boost to the housing sector and enable more people to own homes, said industry players and financiers yesterday.
Bangladesh as the next destination: Deepening economic ties with Japan
Japan has been a trustworthy and dependable friend since the birth of Bangladesh. It gives Bangladesh immense pride and confidence
Creating blended finance architecture for catalysing impact investment in Bangladesh
Over the last four years, BFP-B has made three investments in Alternative Investment Vehicles (AIV). We did this to find an alternative
Role of family and religious values in preventing violent extremism
It’s been quite some time now since we have noticed the rise of militancy and violent extremism in the country. The Holey Artisan
Realising the unfinished agenda of ICPD in Bangladesh
The 25th anniversary of the ICPD (International Conference on Population and Development) is a momentous occasion to assess what Bangladesh has done so far and what we need to do for the future regarding population issues. It seems that earlier, we were very intense on population
Belt and Road Initiative: Perspective from Bangladesh
The Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) is a major undertaking. In the words of President Xi Jinping “This is the project of the century”. It