Income inequality in Bangladesh

Income inequality resulted in dual economy

He also suggested the government increase direct taxes on wealthy people so that people with low incomes need not be overburdened with tax.

Growing rural-urban education divide is hurting Bangladesh's future

The rural-urban education divide can perpetuate inequality and hinder the overall development of the country.

Reducing income inequality: An agenda in search of actions

Reducing income inequality by taking concrete steps is morally fair and economically justified.

Raise tax for high-income individuals to 30%

The Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD) yesterday proposed increasing the tax on high-income individuals to 30 percent in fiscal year (FY) 2024-25 as the move would likely reduce income inequality in Bangladesh.

Development strategies: What worked before will not in the future

Bangladesh must embrace change for a sustainable development

Will Ramadan price control measures be effective?

Tough measures needed to keep prices of essentials in check

The new cabinet must bring down food prices

PM's call to ministers is a timely one

A concerning rise in income inequality

Money and politics have become deeply intertwined over the last few decades

Rising inequality will be our doom

BBS survey reveals alarming picture of wealth concentration by the rich

April 7, 2016
April 7, 2016

Projected growth to hit 7 percent

According to Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics' (BBS) provisional data, the economy is projected to grow at a rate exceeding 7 percent in the current fiscal.

May 18, 2015
May 18, 2015

Why inequality still matters

In order to reduce inequality in Bangladesh, much more needs to be done to improve access to employment, health and education for the bottom half of the population.

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