The ongoing struggle for women’s safety
In Bangladesh, this year's International Women's Day saw protests and marches by people from all walks of life across[…]
Geopolitical tensions: Impact on climate-vulnerable nations
Climate change has become intricately linked to geopolitics as the world grapples with rising temperatures, severe weather events, and[…]
Urgent fix needed for economic woes
Senior economist and Executive Director of the Centre for Policy Dialogue, Dr. Fahmida Khatun, discusses the economic woes inherited[…]
Why do we need so many universities?
Despite having 171 universities, higher education in Bangladesh faces several challenges as the quality of education in many of[…]
Trump’s tariff shockwaves and implications for Bangladesh
Trade policies play a crucial role in shaping global economic relations. The imposition of tariffs by US President Donald[…]
Unlocking Bangladesh’s trade and investment potentials
Bangladesh has transitioned from an aid-dependent economy to a trade-dependent economy over the past decades. The share of foreign[…]
Why concerted and coherent policies are needed to wither economic woes
The economy's current challenges, including inflationary pressure and declining reserves, require a coordinated approach to fiscal and monetary policy
Current dynamics of the economy, reform and elections
The student-led mass movement in July-August 2024 marked a significant turning point in Bangladesh's sociopolitical and economic history. This[…]
Raising VAT and shrinking social protection are unwise moves
As the people of Bangladesh continue to struggle to make ends meet during a high inflationary period, two recent[…]
Lessons from 2024 and prospects for 2025
The economy of Bangladesh faced sustained stress throughout 2024, with macroeconomic stability continuing to deteriorate—a trend from the past[…]