Bangladesh economy 2025

No turning back on economic reforms

An elected government can use its mandate to finish unfinished tasks
14 November 2025

Inflation and inequality fuelling a geography of despair in Bangladesh

An economy cannot thrive on the optimism of a few while the majority remain weighed down by despair.
10 September 2025

Can monetary policy rescue the economy?

The question remains whether this policy can rescue the economy from the doldrums and place it firmly on the path of vibrancy.
17 August 2025

Trafficking survivors deserve justice and protection

Authorities must bring human traffickers to book
31 July 2025

Time is running out for a deal with the US

Govt should have been better prepared and more proactive
16 July 2025

Bangladesh’s development model is failing its people

True progress is not measured by GDP alone, but by how fairly growth benefits are shared.
10 July 2025

New US tariff a fresh blow to our exports

Dhaka must intensify negotiations while working on long-term resilience
8 July 2025

Banking reform roadmap is a welcome step, but success depends on implementation

Govt must get all stakeholders on board to ensure full implementation
8 July 2025

Govt must act proactively to address business concerns

Bangladesh's business climate is being weighed down by a pervasive sense of uncertainty
24 June 2025

Looking back on the investment summit: Big promises, fragile realities

It remains unclear if the summit’s promises will bring real change, and consequently greater investments, or simply fade away like many before them
8 June 2025

Health and education sectors need greater budgetary attention

Proposed budget for FY2025-26 does not reflect government’s stated priorities
3 June 2025

A transitional budget for troubled times

Govt signals people-centric priorities but faces tough trade-offs
3 June 2025

The upcoming budget should deliver economic stability

Controlling inflation should be a top priority for the interim government.
13 May 2025

Let this budget mark a break from the past

Strengthen budget transparency to build public confidence
12 May 2025

Don’t leave returnee female migrants behind

Their rights must be protected both at home and abroad
9 May 2025

Keep a close eye on banks’ health

Rising capital shortfall not a good sign
6 May 2025

Migrants' lives matter more than their remittances

Ensure safe recruitment, working conditions for migrant workers
16 April 2025

We must do more, and better, to address inequalities

Findings of SDG Report 2025 paint a worrying picture
21 March 2025

Stop allowing black money in real estate

NBR permission is setting a bad example, destabilising the housing market
19 February 2025

Towards a common minimum reform programme

A CMRP agreed upon by the maximum number of political parties is necessary.
19 February 2025