Despite humans seldom learning from history although it invariably repeats itself, the rise and fall of empires and civilisations as well as their causes and consequences have always attracted the attention of historians and laymen alike. Treading on this same path, the Swedish scholar cum historia
Directors are indispensable to modern capital markets, yet in Bangladesh their office too often becomes a mix of confused duties, open-ended liability and regulatory arbitrariness. Directors – sponsor directors, nominee directors and independent director – are commonly accepted concepts
"Welcome to Riyadh!" said the young immigration officer after stamping my passport with a smile. Before stamping, he wanted to know about my profession. Learning that I am a journalist and writer, he also wished to see if I am accustomed to travelling frequently and writing about my trips. His ques
This article outlines a proactive policy agenda that goes beyond crisis control to promote purposeful growth. It emphasises the need for a more balanced macroeconomic strategy that controls inflation without choking investment, alongside realistic exchange rate management and stronger market govern
Bangladesh’s economy is showing signs of stabilisation. Foreign exchange reserves have improved, import compression has eased immediate pressure, and the worst phase of panic in foreign exchange markets appears to have passed. Yet that surface calm hides a more uncomfortable reality. Growth h
The advent of artificial intelligence marks a consequential inflection point in the trajectory of technological evolution. With AI-powered capabilities now available in the palms of our hand, breakthroughs across sectors are reshaping how societies function, economies grow, and governments deliver
“Gaayane Mukti, Agamir Vitti” (Knowledge is Freedom, the Foundation of the Future) is the theme of this year’s observance of National Library Day in Bangladesh. This theme captures a timeless truth with renewed urgency. In an era marked by information overload, digital disruption
Strategic analysts have commented that Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney accepted an invitation to visit China extended by President Xi Jinping and that this signalled a "turning point" in the countries' relationship. The invite came after the two leaders met for 40 minutes on the sidelines of t
The global economic order is undergoing a massive long-term shift away from free trade towards a more fragmented or more precisely a patchwork structure. This new emerging global economic system is largely influenced by rising protectionism, geo-political tensions and structural risks. The post WW
A pre-dawn darkness in a village in the Rajshahi district is illuminated only by the acrid scent of smoke, invigorating a woman as she rises in her mud-walled kitchen. Her hands, hardened by years of toil, tend the chula (stove) fuelled by wood and cow dung, the fire crackling as she prepares a mea
Every year, National Training Day in Bangladesh is observed on January 23. This year, Bangladesh observed the 30th anniversary to emphasise the importance of training for human resource development, skill enhancement, and economic growth. Over the years, Bangladesh Institute of Bank Management (BIB
The July 2024 Mass Movement brought to the fore the long-standing unaddressed development challenges of rising inequalities in wealth, income, and economic opportunities. A particularly concerning reflection of these inequalities is the growing incidence of youth unemployment. Addressing this matte
The T20 Men's ICC World Cup has transcended being a mere celebration of sporting success. In the Global South, particularly in South Asia, it has become one of the most ardent expressions in this age. It is in this context that the realms of sport and the construction of the post-colony become impo
