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Stopping illegal sale of textbooks

In the event of a demand-supply mismatch involving any item, essential or otherwise, unscrupulous elements usually try to take advantage of the situation in a country like Bangladesh where one can easily getaway with committing a crime. Lately, that is happening with the textbooks that are made available to primary...

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Addressing the problem of conduit FDI

Though the overall global foreign direct investment (FDI) witnessed an increase in the past year in gross terms, the real flow indicates a decline due to the diversion of fund flows by several European countries. These countries, known as 'conduit economies ', are used to facilitate the diversion of financial...

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What USA's withdrawal from WHO means for the world

On his first day back in office, President Donald Trump signed an executive order to withdraw the United States from the World Health Organization (WHO), reigniting a controversial decision that experts argue poses risks to global health and security. This move, which echoes an attempt made during Trump's first term,...

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Expanding Bangladesh-China relations

Preparations for celebrating the 50th anniversary of the establishment of Bangladesh-China diplomatic relations are going on in full swing. The relationship between Bangladesh and China is not new; it dates back to 1976. China has been a key partner in the development of Bangladesh, and it is expected to invest...

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Need for proper female hygiene products

The female hygiene product market is growing rapidly, with increasing awareness about menstrual health and hygiene. Globally, companies are expanding their product lines to include innovative and eco-friendly solutions. However, in countries like Bangladesh, the market is still dominated by traditional sanitary napkins, which are widely used due to their...

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Growing youth entrepreneurship

Youth entrepreneurship is on the rise in Bangladesh, revealing the innovative skills of the young population. Young people are making a difference in the economy by filling the market gap with new goods and services ranging from e commerce to tech based businesses.Success stories about local startups like Pathao and...

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