We need energy security, not just a fix for the current crisis
21 MIN(s)
The global economy is facing an energy crisis due to supply disruptions amid the war in West Asia. Since energy, vital to economic security, has also become a key part of geopolitics, countries have become more vulnerable to energy shocks.
21 MIN(s)
Six months of BNP rule: Has the economy turned a corner?
18 August 2026
It’s been six months since the BNP-led government took office after winning the national election on February 12, right in the middle of high inflation, weak revenue mobilisation, banking sector weaknesses, stagnant private investment, an employment crisis, and a vulnerable energy sector.
18 August 2026
How Bangladesh can make the most of its South Korea CEPA
11 August 2026
Following an intensive negotiating process spanning about a year, Bangladesh and South Korea signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) on August 4, 2026.
11 August 2026
The reforms that will shape the true legacy of July uprising
4 August 2026
July 2024 is one of the pivotal moments in Bangladesh’s history. What started as a student-led protest demanding reform in the quota system for government jobs rapidly grew into a nationwide uprising, culminating in a change of government.
4 August 2026
World Cup economy and the lessons for a changing world
28 July 2026
The World Cup has grown beyond being just the largest global sporting event.
28 July 2026
We must adapt to the changing rules of global trade and development
15 July 2026
The global trading system has been experiencing significant transformation since the World Trade Organization (WTO) was created in 1995.
15 July 2026
Bangladesh must prepare for the new era of development finance
8 July 2026
For more than seven decades, multilateral development finance has driven global development by improving a number of indicators.
8 July 2026
From ambition to execution: The real test of the FY2026-27 budget
29 June 2026
The proposed national budget for FY2026-27 provides an indication of the newly elected government’s economic philosophy and development priorities.
29 June 2026
The unbreakable link between development and democracy
On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of Bangladesh’s independence this year, we have highlighted our achievements as a country.
19 December 2021
Achieving a just society in the next 50 years
Throughout 2021, we have been celebrating 50 years of Bangladesh’s independence, with a lot of glory and pride.
12 December 2021
Violence against women stunts our economic growth
This year, Bangladesh celebrates its 50th birthday. These 50 years have been marked with several achievements and promises in economic and social areas.
5 December 2021
Robust actions needed for Cop26 commitments
When 197 countries sit together to achieve something, it is almost certain that there will not be full agreement on the issues tabled for negotiation.
28 November 2021
Better alignment of trade and climate policies is crucial
Following the conclusion of the high-level 26th Conference of Parties (COP26) of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), the world is set to observe another international conference at the ministerial level.
21 November 2021
The real victims of fuel price hikes are end consumers
The announcement of fuel price hike, made on November 3 by the Ministry of Power, Energy and Mineral Resources, could not have come at a worse time.
7 November 2021
Four areas to focus on for post-Covid economic recovery
While more than seven billion doses of Covid-19 vaccines have been administered around the world—albeit almost 70 percent in developed countries and only two percent in low-income countries—the global economy is expected to see a strong recovery in 2021.
31 October 2021
Better strategy for climate finance is key to COP26 success
It is now well-recognised that the impacts of climate change will have significant economic costs in climate vulnerable countries.
24 October 2021
Ending poverty depends on how we value people and the planet
The International Day for the Eradication of Poverty is an opportunity to not only acknowledge the difficulties the poor face worldwide but also to make the concerns on poverty heard by all, particularly the policymakers.
16 October 2021
A case for green transition in our apparel sector
In today’s world, business is not only about profit, employment, income, and growth. Hence, it is not only about economic sustainability—it is also about social and environmental sustainability.
10 October 2021
What is at stake for Bangladesh at COP26?
The most important climate talk at the highest political level—since the Paris climate conference in 2015—is set to take place in Glasgow, Scotland this year, from October 31 to November 12.
3 October 2021
Building a healthy e-commerce sector needs strong actions
The recent crisis that has been created in the emerging e-commerce sector of Bangladesh is another example of financial fraudulence in the country.
26 September 2021
Why accountability of civil society groups is equally important
A few years back, a reputed non-governmental think tank in Europe saw its sad demise after more than two decades of operation.
8 August 2021
Monetary policy during the pandemic
The world is passing through unusual times, with the Covid-19 pandemic forcing countries to adopt policies which would otherwise not be adopted.
1 August 2021
Addressing the accountability challenge of e-commerce
In recent years, Bangladesh has seen a rise in electronic commerce along with other countries around the world.
25 July 2021
Collaborative approach needed for a compliant apparel sector
In the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic in March 2020, global brands and buyers had either cancelled or postponed imports of apparel from Bangladesh. Later, towards August and September 2020,
18 July 2021
Can patent waiver for Covid-19 treatment bring vaccine equity?
The inequality in accessing vaccines to tackle the Covid-19 pandemic is growing.
11 July 2021
Longer TRIPS transition period for LDCs overlooks post-graduation challenges
On June 29, members of the World Trade Organisation (WTO) extended the deadline for Least Developed Countries (LDCs) to protect intellectual property under the WTO's Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) until July 1, 2034.
4 July 2021
Managing environmental resources for green growth in Bangladesh
The current pattern of global economic development is unsustainable. It is based on the extraction of natural resources and use of a carbon-intensive production and consumption system to produce goods and services for the economy.
27 June 2021
Accountability in utilising resources is crucial for higher revenue mobilisation
The unreal target for revenue mobilisation has made the target numbers provided in the national budget unreliable and less authentic. For several years,
20 June 2021