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Economic Impacts of AMR
SANEM set out to estimate the future economic burden of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) by 2050. We looked at the impact of AMR on four sectors of the economy: health system, the labour market, tourism, and domestic hospitality. We also estimated the return on investment of several interventions to prevent AMR.
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- Blog Post
An Appraisal of the Women Reform Commission Report
- Eshrat Sharmin
- Jun 1, 2025
Bangladesh presents a complex picture regarding gender equality, with notable achievements alongside persistent challenges. There are several laws and policies for women empowerment, including constitutional provisions. To progress this women empowerment agenda in the context of the changed political [....]
- Blog Post
Bangladesh: A Looming Debt Trap?
- Dr Selim Raihan
- Jun 1, 2025
Bangladesh’s external debt doubled since 2017 to stand at approximately $100 billion in 2024. This accelerated growth indicates a significant turn in the country’s economic direction. Most of this borrowing has gone towards financing large-scale infrastructure projects, supported by bilateral [....]
