Challenges facing interim administration
The administrative void that existed for three days following the resignation of Sheikh Hasina as prime minister of the country ended when an interim government, headed by Dr Muhammad Yunus, took charge on Thursday evening. The Supreme Court, in response to a presidential reference before the swearing-in ceremony, had issued...
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Three int'l organisations & global free trade
In principle, free trade means the free movement of goods, services, capital and people across borders. In practice, it means national policies and regulatory objectives put greater or lesser constraints on the movement of each. It is how the Dictionary of Trade Policy Terms [P-181; Fifth Edition; Cambridge University Press,...
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Cost of politicising trade bodies
Business and politics are totally separate entities and should never mix. Unfortunately in Bangladesh, the two have become so mixed up that the line between the two has become almost blurred. This has resulted in a troubling synergy between politicians and businessmen, with the primary objective of moneymaking. Politics is...
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Growing insecurity causes alarm
There are reports of fires, looting, and robbery in different parts of the country. In Dhaka's Mohammadpur area, news of a robbery was announced through the mosque's microphone, urging everyone to be cautious and alert. Additionally, there have been reports of small traders being robbed, with some incidents broadcasted live...
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Use of excessive force by law-enforcers
The violence across the country during the recent quota reform movement has resulted in the death of over 200 people, while thousands were injured. Many individuals who were not involved in the protests have also been shot dead in their homes or on rooftops. Allegations have surfaced that members of...
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