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When politics & journalism become dangerous

Dhaka, Dec. 23 -- The country has plunged into another upheaval again- suspected by many as an ominous sign of conspiratorial machinations. The countrywide unified protests did not begin with attacks ... Read More


Some unpleasant arithmetic

Dhaka, Dec. 9 -- Bangladesh's economy is often acclaimed for its remarkable resilience despite recurrent global disruptions - pandemics, energy shortages, supply-chain shocks, regional conflicts, and ... Read More


American markets: dependency yes, but free ride no

Dhaka, Nov. 1 -- Critics of the United States (US) trade policy often argue that America is deeply protectionist. Tariffs on steel, aluminum, and Chinese imports, subsidies for farmers, and new indust... Read More


Bangladesh Bank at crossroads

Dhaka, Oct. 13 -- Bangladesh today stands at a monetary and financial crossroads. The country is grappling with persistent inflation, exchange rate volatility, dwindling reserves, and external debt ob... Read More


Two debt systems: US recycles, Bangladesh bleeds

Dhaka, Oct. 3 -- Every country pays for its debt - but not every country pays with its dignity, institutions, and future. In the United States (US), the headlines scream of fiscal disaster as the nati... Read More