Prepare for the price to be paid for learning loss
Since the beginning of the pandemic, educational institutions have been closed in an attempt to contain the spread of the virus.
New promise on climate by world leaders: A hope in the horizon
The climate change summit of 40 world leaders, spearheaded by the US President Joe Biden during April 22-23, 2021, amidst the concern for achievability of the climate ambitions is a significant...
Whole-of-government response needed to tackle the pandemic
The struggle to save lives from the killer coronavirus seems endless. The death procession looks unstoppable. Each day comes with more shocking news. The ray of hope that was coming through with...
The pandemic budget has to be based on realistic assessment
After suffering for more than a year since March 2020, when we were just about to have some respite following the decline in infection and death rates, the second wave of the Covid-19 pandemic has...
Surviving through the second lockdown
After about a year, since March 2020, Bangladesh has now gone into a second lockdown in view of the worsening Covid-19 situation.
Matching skills with the jobs: The only way to sustain growth
Bangladesh’s economy has been on a fast-paced journey in recent years, except of course during the ongoing pandemic. With high growth, the country has achieved several positive economic and social...
Continuing Bangladesh’s transformative journey in the next 50 years
Bangladesh has made a transformative journey during the last five decades since its independence in 1971. Steady economic growth, and achievements in the social arena,
Bangladesh’s achievements in 50 years and making it meaningful
March is a month that carries special significance for Bangladesh. In March 1971, the country got involved in the Liberation War, which continued for nine long months.
Achieving an equal future for women in a Covid-19 world
This year’s International women’s day (IWD) is being celebrated at a time when the Covid-19 pandemic has devasted many achievements the world had so far made.
Making Bangladesh’s LDC graduation smooth and sustainable
As Bangladesh celebrates the golden jubilee of its independence, the country has achieved another important milestone in its pursuit of development.