The reforms that will shape the true legacy of July uprising
July 2024 is one of the pivotal moments in Bangladesh’s history. What started as a student-led protest demanding reform[…]
World Cup economy and the lessons for a changing world
The recently concluded FIFA World Cup held a global audience for over a month, captivating millions. Despite ongoing geopolitical[…]
We must adapt to the changing rules of global trade and development
The global trading system has been experiencing significant transformation since the World Trade Organization (WTO) was created in 1995.[…]
Bangladesh must prepare for the new era of development finance
For more than seven decades, multilateral development finance has driven global development by improving a number of indicators. For[…]
From ambition to execution: The real test of the FY2026-27 budget
The proposed national budget for FY2026-27 provides an indication of the newly elected government’s economic philosophy and development priorities.
Greening Bangladesh’s Garment Industry and Exploring Pathways Towards a Sustainable Transition
By combining appropriate policy support, financial innovation, and stakeholder collaboration, Bangladesh has the potential to turn its leading industry[…]
What the FY2027 budget must prioritise
The finance minister is set to present his government’s first national budget on June 11. Expectations are high—and for[…]
Fitch’s negative outlook and how we can navigate the storm ahead
Recently, Fitch Ratings observed that Bangladesh’s economic risks have increased, prompting a downgrade of the country’s sovereign outlook from[…]
Advancing Bangladesh’s energy sovereignty for a resilient future
Energy is no longer merely a sectoral concern. It is now at the core of macroeconomic stability, fiscal sustainability,[…]
Energy crisis demands strict budget discipline now
The ongoing geopolitical tensions involving the US, Israel, and Iran have again exposed how vulnerable the international energy markets[…]