Opinion

Why Bangladesh’s VAT policy needs urgent reform

—Kaushik Ahmed— In today’s economic reality, Bangladesh’s low-income population is facing an unprecedented food crisis. The rising cost of living, along with increased VAT and duties on essential goods, has

India’s Push-In Policy: A Dangerous Game of Demographics and Power

—Rakib Al Hasan— In a region already burdened by unresolved border disputes, demographic anxieties and fragile peace, India has introduced a dangerous new chapter in its neighbourhood diplomacy. The recent

Why Talk of Grabbing Dollar by the Collar?

—Mostofa Kamal— Was there ever a demand to control the price of the dollar through the police? Did anyone even suggest that? Even if no such questions were raised, Governor

Reviving Bangladesh’s banking sector: A race against time for innovation and reform

—Mamun Rashid— Once a foundation of economic development, Bangladesh’s banking industry is on the verge of becoming its Achilles heel. Crushing non-performing loans (NPLs), poor governance, and stagnant innovation undermine

The price of survival

—Shabnam Sultana— Poverty is not the only problem that the poor have to face. The poor don’t read GDP reports, but they feel every shock, every price hike, every day

How Bangladesh can make its highways safer from heavy vehicle accidents

—Col Md. Shamim Iftakhar, NUP, PBGMS— The location of a crash plays a crucial role in determining the severity of the accident. In urban areas, the streets are narrower, traffic