Expanding Private Investment in Bangladesh in the Context of LDC Graduation

Private investment fuels economic growth and sustainability. In this connection, Bangladesh’s graduation from the Least Developed Country (LDC) status by November 2026 could impose

An Appraisal of the Women Reform Commission Report

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

Climate Induced Migration: Issues and Way Forward

Climate induced migration refers to the movement of individuals or groups compelled to leave their habitual residence due to sudden or gradual environmental changes caused by climate change. This includes both forced and voluntary movements, which can occur internally within

The structural issues facing RMG sector in Bangladesh

The RMG sector has been a significant driver of economic growth since the early nineties in Bangladesh. The sector accounts for more than 80% of Bangladesh’s export earnings and employs around four million workers relying on low-cost labor as a competitive advantage in the global

Labor Reforms: Challenges and Opportunities Ahead

The July Revolution requires an introspection regarding how the existing structural issues in the economic sphere, among other catalysts, facilitated the urge for change in the political sphere. This article will particularly look into the labor market challenges that have been requiring reforms and being consistently overlooked for the past decades.

Reforming Public Expenditure in Bangladesh: From Inefficiency to Impact

The effectiveness of public expenditure is particularly crucial for a developing country like Bangladesh, where resources are limited, and the needs are vast. Despite the significant allocation of resources over the years, the efficiency of public expenditure in Bangladesh has often fallen short

An Analytical Narrative of the Governance Failures in the Banking Sector

Though Bangladesh has made notable advancements in certain banking indicators, such as access and the depth of the banking system, poor governance, political meddling, and corruption in this sector has created increasing concern in recent years as for the past two decades

Startup landscape in Bangladesh: Challenges and way forward

With the vision to advance towards ‘Smart Bangladesh’ by embracing digital transformation and innovation, the startup scene in Bangladesh is experiencing a rise. Along with demonstrating remarkable resilience and growth despite global uncertainty, the economy’s new narrative

Challenges and the opportunities for women’s participation in the construction sector

Bangladesh’s economy has witnessed remarkable growth, solidifying it as one of the fastest-growing economies worldwide. According to Bangladesh Economic Review 2023, the construction sector significantly contributes to this growth, accounting for approximately 6.41% of the

Digital public infrastructure in Bangladesh: Progress, challenges, and future prospects

Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) refers to the technological and institutional framework that supports the delivery of e-government services to citizens, businesses, and other stakeholders. The DPI scenario in Bangladesh has been improving rapidly over the past decade with the vision to promote Bangladesh