Lessons from Bangladesh and Nepal’s youth uprisings
Nepal's political landscape has been characterised by turmoil, fractured party politics, and frequent government changes for decades.
Managing our external debt needs a balanced strategy
Bangladesh's external debt, which has been around $100 billion in recent times, may not seem extraordinary when compared with[…]
What CPD Executive Director Fahmida says about merger of five banks
The proposed merger framework cannot succeed without independent, professionally qualified directors.
A stronger, fairer tax system is the need of the hour
Bangladesh has persistently lagged behind regional peers and in global standards in terms of the tax-GDP ratio.
How to stay resilient when trade slows and aid shrinks
The global economy is entering a more fragmented and protectionist phase. Economies around the world are raising tariffs, tightening[…]
Bangladesh’s decision on LDC graduation deferral needs careful assessment
While the previous government highlighted LDC graduation as a political symbol of success, the data integrity was questionable. Short-term[…]
Social Safety Net Budget of Bangladesh – The Illusion of Inclusion
Inclusivity, social justice, and vulnerability mitigation are some thematic concepts that we can link to social protection programmes of[…]
Health Budget of Bangladesh – Enhancing Efficiency for Better Health Delivery
The health system of Bangladesh is in a critical state due to a lack of government prioritisation and a[…]
Gender Budget in Bangladesh – Progress, Pitfalls, and the Path Ahead
Gender equality is essential for achieving foundational to the sustainable development in of any country.
Education Budget of Bangladesh – Strengthening Learning Through Strategic Resource Allocation
Bangladesh made significant strides in developing its education system in the early 1990s through several initiatives, including the Compulsory[…]