Navigating Tax Reform Challenges in Bangladesh: A Path Forward
by Selim Raihan | Oct 6, 2024 | Macroeconomy and Economic Growth
Bangladesh, a country with a tax-to-GDP ratio as low as 7.5% – one of the lowest in the world – is not able to invest adequately in critical social sectors such as health, education, and social protection. Low revenue from taxes hinders economic growth and...Reforming Public Expenditure in Bangladesh: From Inefficiency to Impact
by Eshrat Sharmin, Sudeepto Roy | Sep 2, 2024 | Macroeconomy and Economic Growth
The effectiveness of public expenditure is particularly crucial for a developing country like Bangladesh, where resources are limited, and the needs are vast. Despite the significant allocation of resources over the years, the efficiency of public expenditure in...An Analytical Narrative of the Governance Failures in the Banking Sector
by Sayema Haque Bidisha, Eshrat Sharmin, Lubaba Mahjabin | Sep 2, 2024 | Macroeconomy and Economic Growth
Though Bangladesh has made notable advancements in certain banking indicators, such as access and the depth of the banking system, poor governance, political meddling, and corruption in this sector has created increasing concern in recent years as for the past two...Tax Reform Imperatives for the Interim Government
by Bazlul H Khondker | Sep 2, 2024 | Macroeconomy and Economic Growth
Context: Bangladesh is at a crossroad after the student led movement. The expectations from the current interim government are huge pointing to bold and radical reforms in various fronts including economic front. Key economic challenges facing the interim government...Steep Challenges Ahead: Interim Government Faces Economic Hurdles
by Selim Raihan | Sep 1, 2024 | Macroeconomy and Economic Growth
The political upheaval in Bangladesh is having a profound impact on the country’s economy. For the country to recover and stabilize, the interim government must prioritize political stability and the restoration of law and order. These steps are critical to...RECENT POSTS
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