The study assessed the share of electricity demand that factories can fulfil through rooftop solar

Greater use of renewable energy and more efficient machinery could help factories cut energy costs while meeting growing environmental requirements in key export markets

The government should speed up domestic gas exploration to expand supply and reduce the country’s reliance on costly imports, according to economists, as the prolonged shortage hurts private investment, industrial output and export competitiveness.

The price of rice nearly doubles by the time it moves from the farmer or farm level to the retail or consumer level, according to a study by the Centre for Policy Dialogue.

Bangladesh needs urgent policy reforms to prepare its workforce for the technological and structural changes that will reshape jobs over the next decade, experts said at a global webinar organised by the Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD).

Ordinary taxpayers may see the move as a reward for corruption and tax evasion, it says

CPD said the government's inflation target of 7.5 percent would be difficult to achieve unless public spending translates into higher investment, employment and output

Rising fuel and transport costs continue to push up the prices of essential goods, the independent think-tank said

Bangladesh could lose about Tk 1,327 crore in annual import tax revenue by granting tariff benefits to more than 6,700 US products under the reciprocal trade deal signed with the Trump administration, according to the Centre for Policy Dialogue.

Says CPD, urging govt to use next budget to strengthen power and fuel stability for ensuring macroeconomic growth

Economy remains at a critical point despite some stability

The proposed budget lacks structural changes while a few positive steps have been taken in isolation, said the Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD) in its immediate reaction on the proposed budget.

Government lacks urgency and focus in crisis response

CPD’s suggestion can mitigate the effects of inflation on poor households

Analysts, experts attend the Second Social Insurance Forum jointly organised by the CPD and GiZ

CPD’s three-step proposal deserves consideration

Government must bring down prices of essentials

Capital machinery imports are recovering slowly as concerns over political uncertainty ease and banks show more willingness to facilitate investments amidst increased liquidity in terms of US dollars and stability in the exchange rate. During the July-January period of this fiscal year (FY), LC openings for capital machinery grew three percent year-on-year to $1,557 million, according to Bangladesh Bank data.

The Centre for Policy Dialogue yesterday recommended abolishing the Quick Enhancement of Electricity and Energy Supply (Special Provision) Act 2010 and making proper plans to phase out fossil fuel based power plants.

The CPD in partnership with WEF concluded the survey on 71 executives