M Niaz Asadullah

Bangladesh at 50: Reaping the benefits of bottom-up entrepreneurship

As Bangladesh turns 50 this year, the country has much to celebrate. Its human-development progress has been exceptional compared to that of its South Asian neighbours.

How can countries reduce poverty faster?

Can the world end poverty by 2030, the target set by the United Nations Agenda for Sustainable Development?

A blueprint for ending child marriage

When a young girl is pushed into marriage, the damage can last long after her wedding day. Research shows that girls who marry...

Don't blame private education for radicalisation

Many experts and development organisations advocate greater provision of fee-charging for-profit schools in developing countries.

June 17, 2021
June 17, 2021

Bangladesh at 50: Reaping the benefits of bottom-up entrepreneurship

As Bangladesh turns 50 this year, the country has much to celebrate. Its human-development progress has been exceptional compared to that of its South Asian neighbours.

November 29, 2018
November 29, 2018

How can countries reduce poverty faster?

Can the world end poverty by 2030, the target set by the United Nations Agenda for Sustainable Development?

March 11, 2017
March 11, 2017

A blueprint for ending child marriage

When a young girl is pushed into marriage, the damage can last long after her wedding day. Research shows that girls who marry...

August 7, 2016
August 7, 2016

Don't blame private education for radicalisation

Many experts and development organisations advocate greater provision of fee-charging for-profit schools in developing countries.