by Dipa Das | Mar 3, 2026 | Gender Studies, Human Capital Development, Macroeconomy and Economic Growth, Migration and Labor Market, Trade and Regional Integration
For decades, the RMG sector has been the heartbeat of Bangladesh’s economy, contributing over 80% of our export earnings and providing a livelihood for millions. However, as we stand on the threshold of November 2026, the year of our graduation from LDC status, the...
by Dipa Das | Nov 2, 2025 | Human Capital Development, Migration and Labor Market, Poverty and Inequality, Trade and Regional Integration
Bangladesh, once an agrarian economy, has undergone considerable structural changes over the past few decades. With a focus on industrialization, the country has transitioned from its reliance on agriculture to becoming one of the fastest-growing manufacturing hubs in...
by Ekramul Hasan, Dipa Das | Feb 2, 2025 | Macroeconomy and Economic Growth
Bangladesh’s female labour market is predominantly characterized by informal employment, which accounts for 96.6% of total female employment. Although women’s participation in the labour force has increased from 36.3% in 2016-17 to 42.7% in 2022, it still lags...
by Ekramul Hasan, Dipa Das, Md Tuhin Ahmed | Feb 2, 2025 | Macroeconomy and Economic Growth
Bangladesh has been going through a demographic window of opportunity since 1991 but is yet to reap its potential benefits. The national unemployment rate, which is around 3.5 per cent according to the Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS) 2022, might indicate...
by Dipa Das, Eshrat Sharmin | Jun 3, 2024 | Migration and Labor Market
Bangladesh’s economy has witnessed remarkable growth, solidifying it as one of the fastest-growing economies worldwide. According to Bangladesh Economic Review 2023, the construction sector significantly contributes to this growth, accounting for approximately...
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